The 2024 Paris Olympics medals are deteriorating, with over 100 athletes reporting issues such as crumbling and staining. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has apologized and promised replacements, attributing the problem to a defective varnish. The medals, designed by Chaumet, contain a piece of iron from the Eiffel Tower and depict Nike. The Paris mint has stated they will replace the damaged medals, but the issue has been ongoing since August, raising concerns about the IOC's reputation and future sponsorships. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)