Paris 2024 Olympic Games Medal Count

SOURCE www.npr.org
The United States dominated the Paris 2024 Olympic Games with 126 medals, including forty gold, tying with China in gold medals but surpassing in overall count. France and Australia also performed exceptionally well, with standout athletes and impressive medal counts. Refugee athletes were represented by the International Olympic Committee team, with a boxer from Cameroon winning a bronze medal.

Key Points

  • United States tops the medal count with 126 total medals, including forty gold
  • China ties with the U.S. in gold medals but falls behind in overall count
  • France and Australia also excel in medal counts
  • Refugee athletes represented by the International Olympic Committee

Pros

  • United States leading in overall medal count
  • Impressive performances from individual athletes like Katie Ledecky and Léon Marchand
  • Highlighting the success of refugee athletes

Cons

  • Russia's decline in performance at the Olympics
  • Disproportionate medal distribution across different sports