Summer McIntosh, Ethan Katzberg named flag-bearers – National

PARIS – Summer McIntosh and Ethan Katzberg have been named Canada’s flag-bearers for the closing ceremonies at the Olympic Games in Paris.

McIntosh became Canada’s first triple gold-medallist and also won a silver medal in swimming.

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The 17-year-old from Toronto set two Olympic records in the pool.

Katzberg of Nanaimo, B.C., claimed gold in men’s hammer throw.

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Canada headed into the final day of competition with 27 medals, including nine gold, which is a record at a non-boycotted Summer Games.

Sprinter Andre De Grasse and weightlifter Maude Charron were Canada’s flag-bears for the opening ceremonies on July 26.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published Aug. 11, 2024.