Jul 30, 2024
By: Prerna Tyagi
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Compiling a list of countries with the most Olympic medals can be complex, particularly because some participating nations have since dissolved (e.g., the USSR). Nevertheless, let's examine the nations that have made it onto the list, according to World Population Review:
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The United States leads the all-time Olympic medal tally by a significant margin. The country's strong performance spans across a wide range of sports, reflecting its investment in athletic development.
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Ranking second on the list with 1083 medals, Germany has a great Olympic history. This tally includes medals won by East Germany and West Germany as well.
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The UK made it to the third place with 965 medals. They were the hosts of the 2012 Olympics, held in London.
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The current hosts for the Olympics stood sixth in the list, reflecting a rich history in Olympic sports.
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Ranking 7th, Italy has notable successes in fencing, cross-country skiing and luge.
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China has seen significant success in recent decades, particularly in sports like table tennis, diving and weightlifting.
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Sweden is seventh with 683 medals. The country is particularly strong in winter sports, including cross-country skiing and biathlon.
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The hosts for the 2020 Olympics hold the eighth spot with 575 medals. Japan’s Olympic success includes notable achievements in judo, wrestling, and gymnastics.
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Norway’s Olympic success is largely due to its dominance in skiing, biathlon, and cross-country skiing. Norway has a great legacy of participation in Winter Olympics.
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Australia ranks tenth with 560 medals. The country has excelled particularly in swimming and athletics.
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