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The World's Most Successful Olympic Countries

Per Capita Medal Winners

Bermuda, with a population of just 62,000, won its first-ever gold medal at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. This remarkable achievement highlights the country's incredible success on a per capita basis, earning them a spot among the most successful Olympic nations.

Island Nations Dominate

Island nations have consistently performed exceptionally well in the per-capita medal count. New Zealand, for example, won 20 medals at the Tokyo Olympics, demonstrating the remarkable athleticism of its small population.

Emerging Sports

New sports often bring opportunities for smaller nations to shine. Luge, which debuted at the 1964 Innsbruck Olympics, has seen the rise of several underdogs. However, it is important to note the tragedy that befell one of the British sliders during that inaugural event.

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