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Who are the most successful Olympic medalists of all time?

Rishi Walthall

Hey there fellow sports enthusiasts! Are you ready for a game of Olympic trivia? Let's talk about the most successful medalists in the history of the Olympics.

We all know that the Olympics is the biggest platform for athletes to showcase their skills and talents, and there have been some superstars who have dominated the games time and time again. Without further ado, let's dive into the list of the most successful Olympic medalists of all time.

First up, we have Larisa Latynina from Russia, who has won a staggering 18 medals in gymnastics. She competed in the Olympics across 3 different editions (1956, 1960 and 1964) and won 9 golds, 5 silvers and 4 bronzes. Can you imagine carrying around that many medals?

Next up, we have the legendary swimmer Michael Phelps from the US, who has won 23 gold medals, 3 silvers, and 2 bronzes across 5 Olympic games. Phelps is also the most decorated Olympian of all time, with a total of 28 medals to his name. He even has his own signature move, the Phelps face, which has become an internet meme.

Coming in third on our list, we have Paavo Nurmi from Finland, who won 12 medals in track and field events, including 9 golds. Nurmi competed in the Olympics between 1920 and 1928 and is known for his long-distance running prowess.

Fourth on the list is a tie between two athletes – gymnast Nikolai Andrianov from Russia and shooter Carl Osburn from the US, who have both won 15 medals each. Andrianov won 7 golds, 5 silvers and 3 bronzes across 3 Olympic games, while Osburn won 5 golds, 4 silvers and 6 bronzes across 6 games.

Finally, we have the most successful female Olympian of all time, Simone Biles from the US. Biles has won a total of 30 Olympic and World Championship medals, including 19 golds. She has dominated the sport of gymnastics and is known for performing some of the most difficult routines in history.

So, there you have it – the most successful Olympic medalists of all time. These athletes have inspired generations with their talent, dedication, and hard work. Let's raise a toast to these superstars!