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Most Medals at a single Summer Olympics Games by a Female

An Australian swimmer headlines the list.

Published by
Amy Bonthorne

The Olympic Games represent the pinnacle of international competition and are arguably the most anticipated event on the sporting calendar. They take place only once every four years, and competing in the Olympics is a dream for many athletes.

The Olympic Games features athletes from over 200 countries, sovereign states, and territories, showcasing the best talent from around the globe.

Winning a single Olympic medal is incredible, but securing multiple medals is extraordinary.

Below are the top 5 female athletes who have won the most Olympic medals at a single Summer Olympic Games.

  1. Emma McKeon: Australia - Swimming (2020) - 7 Medals

1. Maria Gorokhovskaya: Soviet Union - Gymnastics (1952) - 7 medals

3. Kristin Otto: East Germany - Swimming (1988) - 6 medals

3. Věra Čáslavská: Czechoslovakia - Gymnastics (1968) - 6 medals

3. Agnes Keleti: Hungary - Gymnastics (1956) - 6 medals

Published by
Amy Bonthorne
4 months ago