The Paris 2024 Olympics are fast approaching, with the Games set to kick off on July 26. As the countdown begins, sports data firm Gracenote has released its virtual medal predictions, with the United States once again expected to top the table with 123 total medals. China is predicted to come in second, closely trailing behind the US in gold medals. Great Britain is forecasted to secure the third spot on the medal table, with 66 medals in total and 13 golds.
The virtual medal predictions take into account data from key global and continental competitions since the last Olympics in Tokyo. The forecast will be updated monthly leading up to the Games to reflect any changes in athlete performances. With 100 days to go until the Paris Olympics, preparations are in full swing for athletes around the world, despite challenges such as the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and bans on Russian and Belarusian athletes.
The medals at the Paris Olympics will have a special touch, as they will all contain pieces of the iconic Eiffel Tower. The host nation, France, is expected to capitalize on the advantage of competing on home soil and is forecasted to rise sharply in the medal table, placing fourth overall. Australia is predicted to round out the top five nations with 50 medals, marking their best performance in two decades since Athens 2004.
Team GB is anticipated to continue its success in Paris, with athletes projected to win 66 medals in total. The British team has excelled in spreading out medals across various sports, contributing to their consistent ranking as a major contender at the Olympics. Despite a slight drop in gold medals compared to the last Games, Team GB is expected to maintain a strong performance in Paris with key victories in events such as BMX, canoe slalom, equestrian, modern pentathlon, taekwondo, and trampolining.
At the last Olympics in Tokyo, Team GB clinched a total of 64 medals, with Judoka Chelsie Giles securing the first medal for the nation. Swimmers had a historic performance, capturing eight medals and four golds, while cyclist Dame Laura Kenny became the most decorated female British Olympian with a gold in the Madison event. The United States topped the medal table at the 2020 Olympics, winning 113 medals, followed by China, Japan, and Great Britain. With anticipation building for the Paris 2024 Olympics, athletes and fans alike are eagerly awaiting the chance to witness top performances and memorable moments on the global stage.
