France finished eighth in the medal rankings, falling short of its usual performance and pre-competition goals.
French team's performance
The French team finished in eighth place in the medal ranking, far from its usual standards and the objectives announced before the competition, which ended on Sunday.Expectations vs. reality
France had aimed to be among the top five teams in the medal table, based on its strong showing in previous editions of the event and the high level of preparation reported by its athletes.Key sports and results
French athletes performed well in sports such as swimming and cycling but struggled in traditional strongholds like gymnastics and judo, where they usually excel.Reactions and analysis
Coaches and analysts have suggested that a combination of factors, including injuries and unexpected competition from other nations, may have contributed to the team's lower-than-expected performance.