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Who has won the most Olympic gold medals?

Olympic Gold Medal Records

The Olympic Games are the pinnacle of athletic competition, and winning a gold medal is the highest honor that can be achieved by an athlete. Over the years, there have been many incredible athletes who have dominated their respective sports and won numerous gold medals. But who holds the record for the most Olympic gold medals won by an individual?

The Top Olympic Gold Medalists

The answer to this question is Michael Phelps, an American swimmer who has won an astonishing 28 Olympic medals, including 23 gold medals. Phelps has competed in five Olympic Games, from 2004 to 2016, and has set multiple world records throughout his career. His incredible achievements have made him one of the most successful athletes in Olympic history.

Top 5 Olympic Gold Medalists of All Time

Michael Phelps (USA) – 23 gold medals, 28 total medals
Larisa Latynina (USSR/Russia) – 9 gold medals, 18 total medals
Paavo Nurmi (Finland) – 9 gold medals, 12 total medals
Mark Spitz (USA) – 7 gold medals, 11 total medals
Carl Lewis (USA) – 9 gold medals, 10 total medals

Female Olympic Gold Medalists

While Michael Phelps holds the overall record for the most Olympic gold medals, there are several female athletes who have also achieved great success in the Olympic Games. Larisa Latynina, a Soviet gymnast, is one of the most successful female athletes in Olympic history, having won 18 medals, including 9 gold medals.

Top 5 Female Olympic Gold Medalists of All Time

Larisa Latynina (USSR/Russia) – 9 gold medals, 18 total medals
Nancy Hogshead (USA) – 4 gold medals, 6 total medals
Dara Torres (USA) – 4 gold medals, 12 total medals
Kristin Otto (East Germany) – 6 gold medals, 6 total medals
Aly Raisman (USA) – 6 gold medals, 6 total medals

Country-wise Olympic Gold Medalists

The United States has produced the most Olympic gold medalists, with many athletes winning multiple gold medals throughout their careers. The country has won a total of 1022 gold medals, followed by the Soviet Union/Russia with 473 gold medals.