It is difficult to imagine that the vibrant Olympic medals, awarded for such pride and ceremony, could fade so quickly.
But this is exactly what is happening with some medals from the 2024 games in Paris, increases eyebrows and evokes outrage between athletes and fans. What was supposed to be a lifelong symbol of fame and success for some has become a tight reminder of what could be a much deeper problem.
Because top athletes from all over the world proudly took home their Olympic medals, little knew that they were soon facing unexpected and disappointment – medicines that seemed to get worse just before their eyes.
It is difficult to believe that the Olympic Games in Paris 2024 were just around the corner. The best athletes from around the world have joined to show a spectacular show that millions, not if billions, tune in to watching.
For these elite athletes, one of the greatest rewards was the Olympic medal – Gold, Silver or Bronze – which has been a symbol of triumph for centuries. This year, however, something unexpected happened.
French swimmers Clement Secchi and Yohann Ndoye-Bouard shared photos of their bronze medals after winning the 4x100m Medley relay.
Yohann Ndoy-Bouard expressed his frustration of how quickly his Olympic medal from 2024 Paris games deteriorated. He compared the appearance of the medal to the “crocodile skin” and joked that she could be mistaken for relics 100 years ago.
The 24 -year -old swimmer published a picture and marked it “Paris 1924”, reflecting his dismay.
Many of them have been shocked that the Olympic Committee will release medals that soon showed such wear. One person even remarked: “
Others expressed their disappointment over the condition of the medal, suggesting that they should be professionally cleaned or stored in airtight cases to prevent further damage.
On the other hand, some advocated the situation and claimed that the tabrication was a natural result of oxidation and corrosion on bronze, which explains that the color and texture changes caused by patina are common. One commentator even recommended to others to stop complaining.
The other Olympic athletes from Paris 2024 also expressed similar concerns about the appearance of their medals. Nyjah Huston, the American Olympic skateboarder, shared his frustration and said, “Okay, so these Olympic medals look amazing when they are new. But after they wore them for a while, let them wear their friends.
He continued: “Look at this thing – it looks rough. Even the queue will start to clean a little. Maybe the Olympic medals should increase a little.”
The British diver Yasmin Harper also noticed the signs of tarnishing on her medal and mentioned, “There has been a slight tarnike. I think it’s out of the water or something that gets under the metal, causing it to color, but I’m not sure.”
In response to these complaints, the organizers of the Olympic Games in Paris said they were investigating this problem. In their statement, they stated: “Paris 2024 is aware of the social media report from an athlete whose medals showed signs of damage shortly after the grant.
“Paris 2024 closely cooperates with Monnaie de Paris, with an institution responsible for the production and control of the quality of medals and the National Olympic Committee of the athlete to evaluate the medal and determine the cause and circumstances of the damage.”
Conclusion
The Olympic Games in Paris 2024 left many athletes with unforgettable memories, but for some their Olympic medals have become a symbol of disappointment. The rapid dirty medals were worried about the quality of the prices, while athletes like Yohann Ndoye-Bouard and Nyjah Huston openly expressed their dissatisfaction. While some prevent the natural process of oxidation and corrosion to bronze, stunning athletes and the public emphasizes the need for better control and maintenance of quality.
Given that the organizers of Paris 2024 are investigating this matter, the hope is that future Olympic medals will have a higher standard and maintain their iconic importance for future generations.