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The Latest: Rio Games close with samba-fueled Carnival party

RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — The latest on the Olympics in Rio de Janeiro (all times local):

10:45 p.m.

The Rio de Janeiro Games couldn't end without a dance party.

Moments after the Olympic cauldron's flame was extinguished, the arena turned into a samba-fueled Carnival-like party.

Confetti flew through the air as dancers dressed in elaborate costumes took to the stadium's floor during Sunday's closing ceremony. The party was a tribute to Rio's famous annual Carnival and samba marches.

Athletes got up from their chairs and danced alongside the costumed performers and a giant float featuring birds.