The recent Winter Olympics concluded with the men's hockey tournament final, where all 116 medal sets were distributed. Norway exhibited a remarkable performance, securing the top spot in the medal tally with a staggering total of 41 medals, which included 18 gold, 12 silver, and 11 bronze. Their dominance was especially evident in cross-country skiing and biathlon where they collected a combined 25 medals, showcasing their strength in these winter sports.

The United States followed in the overall medal count, finishing second with 33 medals: 12 gold, 12 silver, and 9 bronze. This event marked a significant achievement for the American hockey team as they won the Olympic gold for the third time in history, showcasing their competitive spirit in this iconic winter sport. Countries that won their first-ever Olympic medals at the Winter Games added a notable highlight to the event, indicating the growing competitiveness and global participation in winter sports.

The results of these Olympics reflect not just the dominance of traditional powerhouses like Norway and the USA in winter sports, but also the evolving landscape of international competition, where emerging nations are starting to make their mark, *thus enriching the future framework of the Games.*