Updated On: 23 July, 2024 01:21 PM IST | Paris | mid-day online correspondent
Though the Games highlight great individual athletes, they are also a surrogate for geopolitcal influence and national pride

The United States is projected to win 112 medals overall, 39 gold, 32 silver, and 41 bronze (Pic: AFP)
As the Paris Olympics 2024 are set to open this week, the United States goes in as the favourite to win the most medals. China is unlikely to overtake the US in the overall medal haul, but has a chance to win more gold medals than the Americans.
Though the Games highlight great individual athletes, they are also a surrogate for geopolitcal influence and national pride.