Medal Standings and Notable Performances

The United States and China lead the medal table at the Paris Olympics, each with 33 gold medals, while the U.S. tops the overall count with 111 medals. Significant performances at the games include Sha'Carri Richardson's stunning anchor leg in the women's 4x100, which propelled the U.S. team to gold after a dramatic race. In contrast, the U.S. men’s team faced disappointment with a disqualification due to a handoff error, extending their struggle in this event since 2004. Meanwhile, Algerian boxer Iman Khalif celebrated her gold win amid ongoing controversy regarding her gender, marking a vital moment in her Olympic journey despite challenges from the International Boxing Association leaders.