South Korea, U.S.A. Lead Olympic Medal Count

Thousands of women and men are going for the gold with the start of the 2016 Olympic Games this week, but only a select few will earn one of those cherished medals.

It's not just athletes pursuing Olympic glory. For the countries competing in the games, leading the gold, silver, and bronze medal count is a matter of national — and international — pride and prestige.

So, who will dominate? If history is any indication, Team USA should fare well. The United States leads the world in the all-time standings with 900-plus gold medals won over the years, according to NBC Olympics. So far, it's living up to the hype. America is tied with South Korea for the most medals won thus far.

America scored a gold medal in shooting and a silver in archery. Similarly, South Korea nabbed a gold medal in archery and a silver in judo. Argentina, Belgium, Russia, and all have gold medals, as well. Argentina and Russia nabbed gold medals in judo, Belgium has one for cycling, and Vietnam has one in shooting.

Russia and Great Britain are also longtime regulars on the winner's podium. China has been racking up wins of its own in recent games. It is leading the medal count so far, with three bronze and one silver.

Expect to see some new flags in the winner's circle, too. This year, at least eight countries are poised to take home their first medals.

We'll be keeping track of the official score right here, so you can sit back and focus on watching the amazing feats on and off the field for the next two weeks.

This is a developing news story, please check back for updates.