The Paris 2024 Olympics have drawn to a close, leaving behind a trail of unforgettable memories, historical achievements, and a medal table that tells the story of fierce competition among all nations. From record-breaking performances to surprising victories, the Games showcased the very best of athletic talent and sportsmanship.
Final Medal Standings: The Leaders and the Underdogs
The United States topped the medal table, securing a total of 126 medals, including 40 golds. Their dominance across various sports reaffirmed their position as a global powerhouse in athletics.
Following closely was the People’s Republic of China, with 91 medals, also claiming 40 golds, demonstrating their continued excellence in disciplines like diving and table tennis.
Japan, Australia, and France completed the top five, with each nation delivering standout performances in their areas of strength. Japan excelled in judo and skateboarding, Australia shone in swimming and cycling, and the host nation, France, made the home crowd proud with strong showings across multiple sports.
While these countries led the standings, the Olympics were also marked by remarkable achievements from smaller nations. Côte d’Ivoire and Zambia, for instance, earned medals in taekwondo and boxing, respectively, proving that greatness knows no bounds.
List of Countries That Won Medals
Here’s a look at the top countries that made their mark on the medal table, the extensivelist can be found on the Olympic website:
- United States: 40 Gold, 45 Silver, 41 Bronze
- People’s Republic of China: 40 Gold, 30 Silver, 21 Bronze
- Japan: 28 Gold, 17 Silver, 26 Bronze
- Australia: 22 Gold, 20 Silver, 26 Bronze
- France: 21 Gold, 15 Silver, 20 Bronze
- United Kingdom: 19 Gold, 21 Silver, 18 Bronze
- Germany: 15 Gold, 16 Silver, 20 Bronze
- Italy: 15 Gold, 12 Silver, 18 Bronze
- Canada: 14 Gold, 14 Silver, 11 Bronze
- Brazil: 13 Gold, 11 Silver, 8 Bronze
- Netherlands: 12 Gold, 10 Silver, 14 Bronze
- South Korea: 11 Gold, 10 Silver, 12 Bronze
- Hungary: 10 Gold, 8 Silver, 9 Bronze
- Spain: 8 Gold, 12 Silver, 9 Bronze
- Sweden: 8 Gold, 7 Silver, 6 Bronze
- Norway: 8 Gold, 5 Silver, 7 Bronze
- Poland: 7 Gold, 5 Silver, 8 Bronze
- Cuba: 6 Gold, 6 Silver, 7 Bronze
- Switzerland: 5 Gold, 6 Silver, 8 Bronze
- New Zealand: 5 Gold, 4 Silver, 4 Bronze
- South Africa: 5 Gold, 3 Silver, 6 Bronze
- Ukraine: 5 Gold, 2 Silver, 6 Bronze
- Turkey: 4 Gold, 6 Silver, 5 Bronze
- Greece: 4 Gold, 5 Silver, 4 Bronze
- Kenya: 4 Gold, 4 Silver, 6 Bronze
- Czech Republic: 4 Gold, 4 Silver, 5 Bronze
- Mexico: 4 Gold, 3 Silver, 3 Bronze
- Belgium: 3 Gold, 5 Silver, 6 Bronze
- Denmark: 3 Gold, 4 Silver, 5 Bronze
- Croatia: 3 Gold, 3 Silver, 3 Bronze
- Ethiopia: 3 Gold, 3 Silver, 2 Bronze
- Israel: 3 Gold, 2 Silver, 2 Bronze
- Iran: 2 Gold, 4 Silver, 3 Bronze
- Thailand: 2 Gold, 3 Silver, 4 Bronze
- Jamaica: 2 Gold, 3 Silver, 3 Bronze
- Finland: 2 Gold, 3 Silver, 2 Bronze
- Kazakhstan: 2 Gold, 2 Silver, 4 Bronze
- Romania: 2 Gold, 2 Silver, 3 Bronze
- Azerbaijan: 2 Gold, 2 Silver, 1 Bronze
- Uzbekistan: 2 Gold, 1 Silver, 4 Bronze
- Egypt: 2 Gold, 1 Silver, 3 Bronze
- Slovenia: 2 Gold, 1 Silver, 2 Bronze
- Serbia: 2 Gold, 1 Silver, 2 Bronze
- Bulgaria: 2 Gold, 1 Silver, 1 Bronze
- Lithuania: 2 Gold, 1 Silver, 1 Bronze
- Armenia: 2 Gold, 1 Silver, 1 Bronze
- Georgia: 2 Gold, 0 Silver, 2 Bronze
- Vietnam: 2 Gold, 0 Silver, 2 Bronze
- Colombia: 2 Gold, 0 Silver, 2 Bronze
- Portugal: 2 Gold, 0 Silver, 1 Bronze
- Slovakia: 1 Gold, 2 Silver, 1 Bronze
- Tunisia: 1 Gold, 2 Silver, 1 Bronze
- Turkey: 1 Gold, 1 Silver, 3 Bronze
- Mongolia: 1 Gold, 1 Silver, 1 Bronze
- Morocco: 1 Gold, 1 Silver, 1 Bronze
- Latvia: 1 Gold, 1 Silver, 1 Bronze
- Ghana: 1 Gold, 1 Silver, 0 Bronze
- Bosnia and Herzegovina: 1 Gold, 1 Silver, 0 Bronze
- Estonia: 1 Gold, 1 Silver, 0 Bronze
- Venezuela: 1 Gold, 0 Silver, 3 Bronze
- Uganda: 1 Gold, 0 Silver, 2 Bronze
- Kyrgyzstan: 1 Gold, 0 Silver, 2 Bronze
- Trinidad and Tobago: 1 Gold, 0 Silver, 1 Bronze
- Cyprus: 1 Gold, 0 Silver, 1 Bronze
- North Macedonia: 1 Gold, 0 Silver, 1 Bronze
- Costa Rica: 1 Gold, 0 Silver, 0 Bronze
- Philippines: 1 Gold, 0 Silver, 0 Bronze
- Bahrain: 1 Gold, 0 Silver, 0 Bronze
- Grenada: 0 Gold, 0 Silver, 2 Bronze
- Malaysia: 0 Gold, 0 Silver, 2 Bronze
- Puerto Rico: 0 Gold, 0 Silver, 2 Bronze
- Tajikistan: 0 Gold, 0 Silver, 3 Bronze
- Albania: 0 Gold, 0 Silver, 2 Bronze
- Singapore: 0 Gold, 0 Silver, 1 Bronze
- Peru: 0 Gold, 0 Silver, 1 Bronze
- Côte d’Ivoire: 0 Gold, 0 Silver, 1 Bronze
- Qatar: 0 Gold, 0 Silver, 1 Bronze
- Refugee Olympic Team: 0 Gold, 0 Silver, 1 Bronze
- Cabo Verde: 0 Gold, 0 Silver, 1 Bronze
- Zambia: 0 Gold, 0 Silver, 1 Bronze
Memorable Moments from the Olympic Games
United States: The U.S. team continued its legacy of excellence, with Simone Biles adding to her already illustrious career in gymnastics and Caeleb Dressel once again dominating the pool. Their performances were a testament to years of dedication and hard work.
People’s Republic of China: China continued to impress in diving, where their athletes delivered near-flawless routines. The table tennis team also lived up to its reputation, sweeping the competition and reinforcing its status as the best in the world.
Japan: Building on the momentum from hosting the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, Japan excelled in judo and skateboarding. Their athletes displayed not only skill but also humility and sportsmanship, earning admiration from fans around the world.
Côte d’Ivoire and Zambia: These nations brought home medals that were celebrated as national triumphs. In Côte d’Ivoire, the taekwondo win was particularly momentous, while Zambia’s boxing medal was hailed as a victory for the entire African continent.
Australia: The Australians were once again formidable in the pool, with their swimmers racking up multiple medals. Their success extended to cycling and rowing, where they continued to demonstrate their versatility and strength in various disciplines.
A Global Celebration Concludes
As the Games come to a close, the stories of triumph, heartbreak, and perseverance will linger in the memories of fans and athletes alike.
The medal table may tell a tale of numbers, but the true legacy of Paris 2024 lies in the human stories behind those medals—the sacrifices, the victories, and the moments of pure joy.
The Paris 2024 Olympics were more than just a sporting event; they were a global celebration of unity, competition, and cultural exchange. Athletes from 84 nations came together to showcase their talents and represent their countries with pride.
The diverse range of sports and the broad participation underscored the universal appeal of the Olympics Paris 2024 Olympics have left an indelible mark on the world of sports, inspiring the next generation of athletes and reminding us all of the power of sport to bring people together.
