Paris Olympics 2024 Medal Count Day 7: Updated Gold, Bronze & Silver medal tally for all countries
A week has passed since Paris Olympics 2024 kicked off, and China are still holding the top berth in the medal tally with 13 elusive golds and 31 medals overall. Meanwhile, host nation France made significant strides, climbing to second place with 11 gold medals and a total of 36 medals.
Australia remains a formidable contender, holding the third spot with 11 golds and a total of 22 medals. Their athletes' consistent excellence across multiple sports underscores Australia's competitive spirit.
The United States, traditionally a dominant force in the Olympics, finds itself in a tie with Great Britain for the fourth position, each securing nine gold medals.
However, the U.S. leads in the overall tally with 43 medals, surpassing Great Britain's 27, thanks to their strong showing in the silver and bronze categories.
Japan, with eight gold medals and 18 overall, stands solidly in sixth place, continuing to demonstrate its prowess in key events.
India, though yet to claim a gold medal in Paris Olympics 2024, has earned three bronze medals, placing them 47th in the standings. All three of which have come from shooting events.
Other countries making notable impacts include the Republic of Korea with seven golds, Italy with five, and the Netherlands with four, each contributing significantly to their nations' medal counts.
Historic Day 7 for India at Paris Olympics 2024 despite no medals
Although the athletes could not add to the medal tally, day 7 of the Paris Olympics 2024 was momentous for India, marked by historic victories and commendable performances. The Indian men’s Hockey team triumphed over Australia 3-2, ending a 52-year wait for a win against them. In badminton, Lakshya Sen made history by defeating Chinese Taipei’s Chou Tien Chen 2-0, becoming the first Indian male shuttler to reach the semifinals.
Manu Bhaker, already a two-time bronze medalist at these Games, qualified for the final in the women’s 25m pistol shooting event, aiming for another medal. In archery, Ankita Bhakat and Dhiraj Bommadevara became the first Indian duo to reach the archery semifinals, despite finishing fourth.
In athletics, Parul Chaudhary and Ankita were knocked out in the women’s 5000m heats, while Tajinderpal Singh Toor was eliminated in the men’s shot put qualification. Rower Balraj Panwar finished 23rd in the men’s single sculls.