France Soars to Historic Fifth Place with 64 Medals: Italy Secures Top Ten Finish

France's historic performance in the Olympic Games has solidified its position among the top five nations, with a total of 64 medals, including 16 golds. President Emmanuel Macron's ambition for the country has been realized as they surpassed their previous record set in 1996. The French delegation, led by standout athletes like Althéa Laurin in taekwondo, has shown remarkable prowess, although they remain behind leaders China, the United States, and Japan in the overall medal standings. Meanwhile, Italy has also secured a spot in the top ten, with 11 gold medals, ensuring their dominance over Canada, who trails in the medal race. As the final day of competition unfolds, France has the potential to add to their gold tally, with the basketball team aiming for a challenging victory against the United States.