A harvest of medals for France
The Paris 2024 Olympic Games will be remembered as an exceptional edition for France, with an impressive 54 medals: 14 gold, 19 silver and 21 bronze. Our athletes made history, excelling in a number of disciplines and showing the world the greatness of French sport.
Léon Marchand literally splashed the pools of the Défense Arena with his talent, taking 4 gold medals in swimming and becoming one of the heroes of these Games. His success is a testament not only to his strength and technique, but also to the bright future of French sport.
In the dojo, Teddy Riner once again asserted his superiority, adding another gold medal to his already impressive record. With 2 gold and 2 silver medals in judo, France showed that it is an indomitable power in this discipline. A symbol of determination and mastery, Riner embodies the fighting spirit and perseverance that have made French judo great.
French fencing, another jewel in our sporting heritage, also shone, winning 7 medals: 1 gold, 4 silver and 2 bronze. These results confirm France's excellence in this sport, where precision and strategy are key.
Disciplines in which France excels
These Olympic Games have revealed the diversity of French talent in a multitude of disciplines:
- Cycling: Whether in BMX Racing, Mountain Bike or Track, France won 4 medals: 2 gold and 2 silver. The performances in cycling show the versatility and strength of French athletes, who are capable of shining on any terrain.
- Canoe-Kayak Slalom: France confirmed its expertise with 1 gold and 2 silver medals, once again demonstrating its mastery of water sports.
- Rugby Sevens: Our national team won gold, adding a valuable medal and underlining the strength of team sports in France.
- Athletics and other disciplines: French successes have extended to surfing, triathlon and even equestrian sports, underlining the diversity of French talent.
A National Tribute
These performances, more than just a medal tally, are a source of pride for the whole nation. Our athletes have shown the world what it means to be French: strength, courage, solidarity and excellence. They have given us unforgettable moments, moments of communion and shared pride that will remain etched in our memories.
A sporting break
Today, at Flashoffice, we're putting aside our offices, contracts and coworking spaces to give our warmest thanks to our champions. These Olympic Games have been the scene of so many emotions and successes for France that it's important to pay tribute to them. We owe them a huge thank you for flying our country's colours so high.
So, to all our athletes, thank you for these moments of glory, joy and inspiration. You have thrilled France and marked the history of these Olympic Games forever. We are proud of you, proud to be French, and proud of what you have achieved.
Long live sport, long live France, long live our champions!
