This is a progressive list of Olympians that have held the record for most titles won. It includes titles won in 1896 and 1900, before …

Clara Hughes is the first person to win multiple medals in both Summer and Winter Games and holds the highest number of medals …

American swimmer Michael Phelps is the most-decorated Olympian of all time, with 28 medals, 23 of which are gold. He also was …

Jul 28, 2024 · Below, The Independent has ranked the top 10 Olympians of all time: 10. Jackie Joyner-Kersee. Joyner-Kersee is one …

Mar 27, 2026 · Our article goes one step further: it analyzes the most successful Olympians of all time, meaning the athletes with the …

Michael Fred Phelps II (born June 30, 1985) is an American former competitive swimmer and the most decorated Olympian of all …

Aug 30, 2024 · Michael Phelps is the most successful and most decorated Olympian of all time, having won by far the most Olympic …

Feb 17, 2026 · A look at the 15 most decorated Olympians ever, from Jenny Thompson to Michael Phelps, with their sports and …

Jun 14, 2021 · Legendary former American swimmer Michael Phelps is the most successful male Olympian of all time with 28 …

The record for most Olympic medals belongs to swimmer Michael Phelps from the United States, with a jaw-dropping 28 medals. For …