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Most Olympic medals won by a woman

The current most olympic medals won by a woman record is 18 medals, held by Larisa Latynina, set on October 20, 1964. Last checked October 10, 2026.

18

medals

Larisa Latynina

Tokyo, Japan, 1964

Holder
Larisa Latynina
Record
18 medals
Location
Tokyo, Japan
Date set
October 20, 1964
Recognized by
International Olympic Committee
Last checked
October 10, 2026

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