Representation and Success in the Olympics

Focusing on Gender and Regional Participation from 1896-2016

Dank Facts
Aaron Hafkin, Brandon Lerit, Sarah Rogalski, Sharon Zou

2025-03-06

How has the representation of male and female athletes changed over time?

Gender Distribution in the Olympics

• Key years: 1900, 1928, 1991, 2016

Gender Distribution in Olympics

• Athletics, Gymnastics, and Swimming

• Visualizing a rise in equality

Which regions have shown the most improvement in medal counts over time?

Continent-Based Trends:

• Wars (Cold War)

• Civil Rights Movements

Medal Rate Improvements

Top 5 Increases in Medal Rates

• Shows Historical Trends
• Two Categories
  • Developing Countries
  • Emphasis on Olympic Success

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