On August 11, the US women's basketball team will compete for a gold medal and the Olympics will conclude with the closing ceremony.

This Sunday marks the final day of the highly anticipated Paris Olympics, and it is sure to end with a bang. The closing ceremony, to be held at the iconic Stade de France, will bring an end to the 16-day event. But before that, 14 gold medals are up for grabs in various events.

The day will kick off with the women's marathon, a break from tradition as it is usually the men who race on the last day. The race holds a symbolic and historical significance as it follows the route of the 1789 Women's March on Versailles during the French Revolution. The Kenyan runners have dominated this event in the past two editions.

Next up is the men's handball final between Denmark and Germany, followed by the women's volleyball final between defending champions USA and first-time finalist Italy. The American team is looking to retain their title and make history by becoming the first team to win eight consecutive Olympic gold medals in any sport, breaking a tie with the U.S. men's program that won seven in a row from 1936-1968.

The day will also see the host country, France, take on the U.S. in the women's basketball final. The American team, led by Breanna Stewart, is aiming for their 10th gold in this event since its inception in the 1976 Games. In the bronze-medal match, Belgium will face Australia.

Another event to watch out for is the women's modern pentathlon, which includes equestrian for the last time before it gets replaced by an American Ninja Warrior-style obstacle course race. This event takes place at the picturesque Palace of Versailles and involves fencing, swimming, and a laser run.

In addition to these exciting competitions, there will also be the men's handball final between Denmark and Germany, the water polo final between two-time defending champions Serbia and 2012 champions Croatia, and the final track cycling events.

But the highlight of the day will undoubtedly be the closing ceremony, which promises to be just as spectacular as the opening ceremony. Director Thomas Jolly has created a show featuring over 100 performers, acrobats, dancers, and circus artists on a grand stage. The ceremony will also feature the traditional athletes' parade and the handover of the Olympic flag to the organizers of the 2028 Los Angeles Games.

So mark your calendars and don't miss out on the thrilling finale of the Paris Olympics this Sunday. The closing ceremony starts at 9 p.m. CEST, so be sure to tune in and witness the end of an unforgettable event.

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