Olympic Basketball: American Women Dominate with Record-Breaking Medals
All-Time Medal Leaders
American women's basketball stars Sue Bird and Diana Taurasi have cemented their place in history as the all-time leaders for the most Olympic medals in basketball, with an astounding five gold medals each. Teresa Edwards, another legendary American player, holds the record for the most gold medals by a woman with four, along with one bronze medal.
US Dominance in Basketball
The United States, where basketball originated, has been an unstoppable force in both the men's and women's Olympic basketball events. The American team has won a staggering 25 gold medals, showcasing their exceptional skill and dominance in the sport.
Discover the complete list of Olympic men's and women's basketball gold medal winners by year, along with the silver and bronze medalists. Additionally, learn which country holds the distinction of winning the most Olympic gold medals in basketball.
Revisit the historic moment when women's basketball made its Olympic debut in 1976 and trace the journey of the gold medal-winning teams ever since.
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