The 2024 Summer Games in Paris are set to be extraordinary for many reasons, notably because it will mark the first time in history that half of the competitors will be women.

In this Olympiad, there will be 329 medal events – featuring 157 events for men, 152 for women, and 20 mixed-gender events. Approximately 1,000 medals will be awarded, including gold, silver, and bronze. (Some events award multiple bronze medals.)

Since the modern-day Olympics began in 1896, the United States has won the most medals by a significant margin. Focusing on the Summer Games alone, the USA boasts an impressive total of 2,629 medals.

Which country has the most Olympic gold medals?

The United States not only leads in total medals but also holds the record for the most gold medals. Up until the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo, Team USA has garnered 1,061 gold medals. The former Soviet Union ranks second with 395 golds.

Which country has the most Olympic silver medals?

The USA also dominates in the tally for silver medals, having accumulated 830 silvers in the Summer Games. The former Soviet Union is close behind with 319, just edging out Great Britain, which has 318 silver medals.

Which country has the most bronze Olympic medals?

Once again, the United States claims the top spot with 738 bronze medals. Great Britain follows in second place with 314 bronze medals.

How many gold medals does USA have?

Apart from the 1,061 gold medals won at the Summer Olympics, the USA has secured 114 golds at the Winter Olympics. This achievement brings the total number of gold medals for the United States to 1,175. The former Soviet Union remains second with 473 gold medals.

How many Olympic medals does USA have?

Combining the medals from both the Summer and Winter Olympics, the United States has a grand total of 2,959 medals. This includes the 2,629 medals won at the Summer Games and an additional 330 medals from the Winter Games. The former Soviet Union ranks second with a total of 1,204 medals.