The United States topped the medal table at the Paris 2024 Olympics, securing 40 gold medals, tied with China, but clinching the top spot due to their 44 silver medals compared to China's 27. The decisive victory came in the women's basketball final, where the U.S. team narrowly defeated France 67-66, securing their eighth consecutive gold in the event. Overall, the U.S. garnered 126 total medals, significantly more than China's 91. France, the host nation, achieved its best Olympic performance in over a century, finishing fifth with 16 golds and a total of 64 medals. This competition saw over 10,000 athletes from around the world, and the U.S. maintained its historical dominance despite China's rising sporting prowess.