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List of Countries to Win Gold Medals in Paris 2024 Olympics

By Rishab V M

The Paris 2024 Olympics have come to an exhilarating conclusion with nations from around the globe showcasing their athletic prowess on the world stage. The competition was fierce, with countries vying for top honours in various sports.

As the final medal tally was revealed, the United States emerged as the leader, continuing its tradition of Olympic dominance.

Gold Medals in Paris 2024 Olympics
Country Gold
United States (USA) 40
China (CHN) 40
Japan (JPN) 20
Australia (AUS) 18
France (FRA) 16
Netherlands (NED) 15
United Kingdom (GBR) 14
South Korea (KOR) 13
Italy (ITA) 12
Germany (GER) 12
New Zealand (NZL) 10
Canada (CAN) 9
Uzbekistan (UZB) 8
Hungary (HUN) 6
Spain (ESP) 5
Sweden (SWE) 4
Kenya (KEN) 4
Norway (NOR) 4
Ireland (IRL) 4
Brazil (BRA) 3
Iran (IRI) 3
Ukraine (UKR) 3
Romania (ROU) 3
Belgium (BEL) 3
Bulgaria (BUL) 3
Serbia (SRB) 3
Czech Republic (CZE) 3
Poland (POL) 2
Georgia (GEO) 2
Denmark (DEN) 2
Azerbaijan (AZE) 2
Croatia (CRO) 2
Cuba (CUB) 2
Bahrain (BRN) 2
Slovenia (SLO) 2
Chinese Taipei (TPE) 2
Austria (AUT) 2
Philippines (PHI) 2
Hong Kong (HKG) 2
Algeria (ALG) 2
Indonesia (INA) 2
Israel (ISR) 1
Kazakhstan (KAZ) 1
Jamaica (JAM) 1
South Africa (RSA) 1
Thailand (THA) 1
Ethiopia (ETH) 1
Switzerland (SUI) 1
Ecuador (ECU) 1
Greece (GRE) 1
Argentina (ARG) 1
Egypt (EGY) 1
Tunisia (TUN) 1
Botswana (BOT) 1
Chile (CHI) 1
Saint Lucia (LCA) 1
Uganda (UGA) 1
Dominican Republic (DOM) 1
Guatemala (GUA) 1
Morocco (MAR) 1
Dominica (DMA) 1
Pakistan (PAK) 1

However, this year, the race for the most gold medals was closer than ever, with China giving a formidable challenge. Ultimately, both nations tied for the most gold medals, each taking home 40. The final event of the games tipped the scales in favour of the USA, ensuring their position at the top of the overall medal table.

The United States not only led in gold medals but also secured the most overall medals with an impressive count of 126. China's athletes demonstrated remarkable consistency, earning 91 medals in total. Japan followed with 20 gold medals, rounding out the top three countries in the gold medal count.

Australia, France, and the Netherlands also made their presence felt, finishing within the top six. Australia captured 18 gold medals, while the host nation France won 16 golds. The Netherlands secured 15 gold medals as well.

Several countries made significant strides in their Olympic journeys, with some achieving historic golds. Dominica, Pakistan, and Saint Lucia all celebrated memorable gold medals.

Ireland also had a remarkable performance, winning four gold medals without securing any silver—a rare feat in Olympic competition. Meanwhile, Uzbekistan, Hungary, and Brazil added to their medal tallies with gold medal wins in various events.

The Paris 2024 Olympics were a testament to the global talent and competitiveness of athletes worldwide, with 62 countries securing at least one gold medal. The diversity of nations on the medal table underscores the universal appeal and significance of the Olympic Games, where every athlete’s journey to the podium is celebrated.

Here is a detailed list of countries that won gold medals at the Paris 2024 Olympics:

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Story first published: Monday, August 12, 2024, 14:59 [IST]
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