#26: Larisa Latynina

Larisa Latynina is a legendary Olympian, holding the record for the most gold medals by a female athlete, only outshone by Michael Phelps among men.

With a staggering 18 Olympic golds, Latynina dominated the podium for 48 years. She shined with 14 individual and four team wins. Post-retirement, she masterfully coached the Soviet gymnastics team to victory in three Olympics.