Paris, August 1 — At the conclusion of the seventh day of the Paris Olympics, China surged to the top of the medal standings, surpassing Japan. The host nation, France, climbed to second place, while Japan fell to third. China's impressive performance is a determined effort to reclaim their dominance last seen during the 2008 Beijing Olympics.

China leads the medal tally with a total of 19 medals, including 9 gold, 7 silver, and 3 bronze. France follows closely with 8 gold medals, marking a strong showing for the host country. Japan, with an equal number of gold medals, currently holds third place.

Australia, known as the "Kangaroos," secured the fourth position with a total of 16 medals: 7 gold, 6 silver, and 3 bronze. Great Britain is in fifth place with 17 medals, including 6 gold, 6 silver, and 5 bronze. South Korea ranks sixth with 12 medals, comprised of 3 gold, 3 silver, and 6 bronze.

In a surprising turn of events, the United States, historically one of the most successful nations in Olympic history, is currently in seventh place with only five gold medals.

The competition for medals intensified as the day progressed. France's Cassandre Beaugrand made history by winning the country's first Olympic gold in the women's triathlon. Julie Deron of Switzerland took silver, while Beth Potter of Great Britain claimed bronze.

In the men's triathlon, Alex Yee of Great Britain secured gold, becoming the first athlete to win gold in both individual and mixed relay triathlons. The Netherlands continued their dominance in rowing, with Tone Witten, Koen Metsemakers, Lennart von Lierop, and Finn Florijn winning the quadruple sculls. Italy and Poland took silver and bronze, respectively.

In gymnastics, American legend Simone Biles made a triumphant return. After a challenging Tokyo Olympics in 2020, where she earned a bronze in an individual event and a silver in the team event, Biles started her campaign in Paris with a gold in the team event, signaling a remarkable comeback.

As the Olympics progress, the competition for medals continues to intensify, with several nations vying for top positions in the medal standings.