Having sifted through many extraordinary feats, iconic moments and things to consider for future Olympic Games in 10 takeaways from the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, it is time to flip it on its head and go through some of the moments that were uncomfortable, odd, or just simply shouldn't be seen again.

This summer's Olympic Games have come to a close after a unique couple of weeks that had no shortage of iconic moments, astounding individuals, undesirable controversies, and unforgettable stories. 

The Holy See issued a statement on Saturday expressing its sadness at what it understood to be an "insult to many Christians and followers of other religions", despite an apology from the organisers of the Paris Olympics if anyone "felt offended".

Olympic organisers on Friday expressed their support for Thomas Jolly, the creator of the opening ceremony for the Paris Games, and the artists involved after Jolly claimed to have been cyber-bullied over a controversial scene.

French DJ and lesbian activist Barbara Butch has filed a complaint with French prosecutors over cyberbullying and death threats related to her performance at the Olympic opening ceremony, which was seen as disrespectful to Christian religions.

We're now three days into the Paris 2024 Olympic Games and further victories have shifted around an ever-fluctuating medal table. With success stories coming from a range of both adroit debutants and seasoned specialists Day Three witnessed just as many upsets, controversies, and dazzling displays of skill as Day Two of the Olympics. 

Here are five key takeaways from Day Three of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.

Top churches in Iraq have joined international religious organisations in condemning a controversial segment of the Paris Olympics opening ceremony, which many interpreted as a reference to the Bible's Last Supper.

American boxer Ryan Garcia, suspended by the World Boxing Council for doping, has called for an Olympic boycott, labeling last Friday's opener a "farce." He tweeted insults for nearly an hour, criticizing the drag queen performance as an attack "against the Catholic religion."

With Friday's unprecedented Opening Ceremony officially opening the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, the best athletes from around the globe have begun going head-to-head in an attempt to clinch gold, see their hard work come to fruition, and push their nations up the medal table. 

Palestinian boxer Waseem Abu Sal is in the spotlight for the shirt he wore during Friday’s unique Opening Ceremony depicting children being bombed.

Russian officials have slammed the Paris 2024 Olympic Games Opening Ceremony drawing on a range of elements from Friday’s elaborate event.

Surfing celebrated the official start of the Olympic Games and its second Olympic appearance. The South Pacific island of Tahiti, in French Polynesia, dressed up for the stunning Opening Ceremony, which they joined remotely, and also held their own celebration.

Syrian-born taekwondo athlete Yahya Al Ghotany is gearing up for his debut at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Al Ghotany, who has trained rigorously for this moment, is excited to represent his sport and country on the world stage. Competing in his first Olympics, he aims to make a significant impact.

The Paris Olympics 2024 opening ceremony has generated significant controversy due to a drag queen-themed parody of Leonardo da Vinci's "The Last Supper," depicting Jesus and his apostles. The performance quickly faced backlash after videos of it circulated on social media.

The International Olympic Committee apologised Saturday for a gaffe during the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics in which South Korean athletes were incorrectly introduced as North Korean.