Star-studded Sports Weekend in Review: From Paralympics Finale to Record-breaking U.S. Open

The sporting world witnessed a dynamic weekend, culminating with the Paris 2024 Paralympics' rainy electro-party conclusion, Taylor Swift's celebrity-packed U.S. Open appearance, and a Nadal-less final that attracted record-breaking attendance. Kendrick Lamar was announced to headline the Super Bowl halftime show, while NFL star Tyreek Hill faced police detention prior to his team's season opener.

The weekend was marked by a series of high-profile sporting events, starting with the Paris 2024 Paralympics' electrifying conclusion. The Games ended on a rainy yet festive note with 24 French DJs, including Jean-Michel Jarre, playing an electro-party at the Stade de France.

Taylor Swift led the celebrity rush at the U.S. Open men's final, which saw sports and entertainment stars filling luxury boxes. The U.S. Open drew a record 1 million fans over three weeks, setting an attendance milestone, the USTA reported.

In NFL news, Miami Dolphins' receiver Tyreek Hill was detained but released in time for the season opener, while Grammy-winner Kendrick Lamar was named Super Bowl halftime show headliner. Meanwhile, Taylor Fritz expressed regret over his U.S. Open final loss to Jannik Sinner, who became Italy's first male champion at the event.

(With inputs from agencies.)