The 2024 Olympic Games in Paris have come to an end, leaving behind a series of exciting events, records, and unexpected victories. In the medal count, the USA team prevailed, demonstrating perseverance and skill until the last second of the competition. Despite serious competition from China, the Americans took the lead due to a significant advantage in the number of silver medals, even though both teams finished with an equal count of gold medals — 40 each.
The Last Gold and Victory in Women's Basketball
The climax of the Olympic Games was the final match of the women's basketball tournament between the USA and France. The American team won by the narrowest margin, 67-66. This intense match was decisive in the race for the top spot in the medal standings, as it brought the USA the last, much-needed gold medal.
Special attention should be given to the performance of 42-year-old Diana Taurasi, who became a six-time Olympic champion. This achievement is an absolute record for athletes in team sports, and it will undoubtedly go down in the history of the Olympic Games.
Final Medal Standings of the 2024 Olympic Games
The concluding day of the Olympics was a triumph for the USA, who, thanks to their victory in the basketball tournament and their numerical advantage in silver medals, took first place in the medal standings. It should be noted that the competition with China was incredibly intense, adding extra intrigue and spectacle to the games.
Medal Count Results:
USA: 40 gold, 44 silver, 42 bronze
China: 40 gold, 27 silver, 24 bronze
Japan: 20 gold, 12 silver, 13 bronze
