The 2024 Paris Olympics came to a close yesterday, Sunday, August 11, with the USA emerging as the overall winner, topping the medal table with 40 gold medals.
China followed closely in second place, also with 40 gold medals, while Japan and Australia secured third and fourth positions respectively.
Host nation France slipped to fifth place, with 16 gold medals. However, it was a disappointing outing for Nigeria, who failed to win a single medal despite the efforts of its athletes.
The closing ceremony, held at the Stade de France, marked the end of the athletic competitions, which saw the USA dominate the medal table. Nigeria’s poor performance raises concerns about the country’s sporting development and preparedness for international competitions.
The Olympics, which officially opened on July 26, saw records broken and new champions emerge. However, for Nigeria, it was a tournament to forget.
