Tokyo 2020: The best moments of the Olympic Games

In one of the game’s most touching moments, Qatar’s Mutaz Essa Barshim and Italy's Gianmarco Tamberi agreed to share the gold medal. Both had been inseparable and unable to clear 2.39 meters after two hours of the high jump final. Barshim inquired to an Olympics official whether the medal could be shared — the answer was yes.

Skateboarding captured the imaginations of millions on its debut. While the medal winners such as local star Yuto Horigome should be celebrated, the good vibes around both the men’s and women’s competitions stole the show. No egos, no tantrums, just good times and a refreshing supportive atmosphere.

An Italian? Yep, Lamont Marcell Jacobs took over Usain Bolt's mantle to win the men's 100-meter final. The little-known former long jumper shocked everyone to win gold, ahead of Fred Kerley and Andre De Grasse.

Simone Biles could have realistically taken home five golds at the Olympics. But her mistake during the vault in the team final led to her withdrawing from five of her six events and taking leave to protect her mental health. Biles, who has been the face of gymnastics since winning four golds in Rio in 2016, stayed with her team and returned to the mat to win a bronze in the balance beam final.

Caeleb Dressel was the star in the pool. Six different events, 12 total swims, record-breaking times and five gold medals. By winning gold in five events at the Olympics, Dressel becomes the fourth male in history to achieve this feat. Here he is in action during the 100-meter butterfly. Australian Emma McKeon was similarly prolific in the pool, winning seven medals, including four gold.

The Sprinting Queen defended her 100-meter and 200-meter Olympic crowns in a sensational Jamaican double. Elaine Thompson-Herah has an icy relationship with her sprinting compatriots and rivals, but her relentless pursuit for victory took her back to her unbeatable best. She took home both golds. Again.

American sprinter Allyson Felix won the first bronze of her storied career to make her the most decorated woman in Olympic track and field history. Felix has won six golds, three silvers, and now one bronze. It was also enough to tie her with Carl Lewis’ record of 10 Olympic medals. She also captured hearts thanks to affectionate interactions with her daughter, Camryn.

In astonishing scenes, Norway’s Karsten Warholm broke his own 400-meter hurdles world record to become the first man to run under 46 seconds. Silver medallist, American Rai Benjamin, also broke Warholm’s old record. Sydney McLaughlin, of the US, also broke the women's world record.

Women's swimming has a new star after Australia's Ariarne Titmus stole Katie Ledecky's crown in both the 200-meter and 400-meter freestyle. Titmus's coach's hysteric reaction to the 400-meter win was beamed across the world. She also won silver behind Ledecky in the 800-meter, with the American also claiming the 1500-meter event.

Alexander Zverev enjoyed a milestone moment, overcoming Karen Khachanov in straight sets to win the men's singles gold at Tokyo 2020. Zverev produced some of the best tennis of his career in Japan, becoming the first German man to win singles gold in tennis.

Screams of elation as teammates flock to Julia Grosso after her winning penalty kick sealed gold for Canada in women's football. The team defeated the US, ranked number one in the world, in the semifinal before conquering Sweden on penalties. Quinn also became the first trans, non-binary athlete to win gold at an Olympic Games.

Tears for Tom Daley as he finally ended his long wait for an Olympics gold medal. He made his diving debut at the age of just 13 in 2008, but had never managed to stand atop the podium. Alongside Matty Lee, he grabbed victory in the synchronised 10-meter platform. After 16 years, Daley can finally call himself an Olympics champion.