Usain Bolt dee-jayed and Yohan Blake pranced around the ground dressed like Borobi, the mascot, as the 2018 Commonwealth Games in Gold Coast came to an end in a spectacular but long-drawn closing ceremony on Sunday. Gold Coast and Australia bid farewell to thousands of athletes, officials and visitors from abroad with a glittering and emotional ceremony. Gallery | 2018 Commonwealth Games: India finish with record haul as Gold Coast bids goodbyeWith lots of traditional music and dance, that showcased the vibrant and unique culture of Queensland and Australia, Gold Coast celebrated the successful completion of the region’s biggest sporting extravaganza that they hoped would put their state on the world stage. READ | 2018 Commonwealth Games: Young, old ‘shine bright like a diamond’ in India’s eventful campaignThe ceremony included a traditional Yugambeh farewell by the descendants of the oldest inhabitants of Australia. She was given the honour after winning her first Commonwealth Games gold medal in the 45-48 kg category.

Source: Hindustan Times April 15, 2018 16:07 UTC