Olympics: Top 10 countries with the highest gold medals
The world’s elite runners, jumpers, and gymnasts will compete for personal and national glory at the Olympic Games in Paris
Around 10,500 athletes from 206 countries will compete in 329 events at the Olympic Games, with the top performers earning their place on the podiums.
Winning a medal at this prestigious stage is a matter of honor for every athlete, and securing a gold medal can elevate a sportsperson to a national hero.
Here’s a look at the countries that have won the most gold medals in Summer Olympics history.
United States 1,070
Soviet Union 395
Great Britain 292
People’s Republic of China 263
Germany 239
France 231
Italy 222
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Hungary 182
Japan 169
Australia 162
