How Much Is Winning Gold Worth? Here's Which Countries Pay Their First Place Olympians Six-Figures

Ahead of the Paris Olympics, Forbes contacted the national Olympic committees or government sports ministries of all 206 countries and territories participating and confirmed that at least 33 will award cash prizes for medals. Forbes staff writer Justin Birnbaum joins "Forbes Talks" to break it down.

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0:00 Introduction
0:58 What Does The Payday For Gold, Silver, Or Bronze Look Like?
2:50 Which Countries Pay The Most For Which Medal And Why?
4:37 Podium Meanings And Earnings
6:47 How Do Lesser Known Athletes Afford Training, Equipment, And Medical Expenses

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