The Top Olympians by Medals (Aug Update)

What We’re Showing

This graphic shows the top 9 athletes by total number of Olympic medals won. Figures were sourced from Britannica, and are as of Aug 5, 2024.

Key Takeaways

• Michael Phelps is the Olympic GOAT with 28 total medals, 23 of them gold.
• Katie Ledecky recently became the most decorated U.S. female Olympian of all time, claiming her ninth gold medal at Paris 2024.
• The Soviet Union was a dominant force in gymnastics thanks to its early adoption of state-sponsored training programs.