Christine Sinclair will carry Canada's flag at the closing ceremony of the London Olympics.

Sinclair was chosen by the Canadian Olympic Committee after leading the women's soccer team to a bronze medal.  It was the first medal for Canada in a traditional Summer Games team sport since 1936.

Sinclair was the popular choice after scoring an Olympic-record six goals in the women's tournament.

The Burnaby, B.C. native scored three goals during an emotional 4-3 semifinal loss to the United States.

Sinclair previously carried the flag during the opening ceremonies of the Pan American Games last fall in Mexico.

(The Canadian Press)