

China has become a dominant force in Olympic gymnastics since the 1990s, thanks to a rigorous national program and immense technical skill. Chinese athletes have especially excelled in apparatus events like parallel bars, balance beam, and rings. They’ve topped the podium in both team and individual competitions and are always strong contenders. Despite their excellence, China does not top the list in total Olympic gold medals for gymnastics. Their medal count continues to grow, but another nation leads overall when combining historical dominance and recent success.