Olympic records

Olympic records are the best performances or achievements recognized in particular events at the Olympic Games. They are distinct from world records, which apply across competitions.

World Athletics: World Athletics is the international governing body for track and field and road running. It sets rules and ratifies records in Olympic athletics events.
World record: A world record is the best performance officially recognized worldwide in a defined event. A world record can be set outside the Olympic Games.
Bob Beamon: Bob Beamon is an American long jumper whose 8.90-meter leap at the 1968 Olympics set a world record. His Mexico City leap became one of the most celebrated Olympic record performances.
Olympic medal: An Olympic medal is an award for first, second, or third place in an Olympic event. Medals reward placement, while records recognize exceptional performance.
International Swimming Federation: The International Swimming Federation, now known as World Aquatics, governs international aquatic sports. It oversees swimming rules and record recognition at the Games.
Paralympic records: Paralympic records are recognized best performances in events at the Paralympic Games. They belong to a separate Games program and classification system.
Michael Phelps: Michael Phelps is an American swimmer who won 23 Olympic gold medals. His Olympic career includes numerous record-setting swimming performances.
Olympic Games: The Olympic Games are an international multisport event held in summer and winter editions. Olympic records derive their meaning from performance within these competitions.
Olympic Charter: The Olympic Charter codifies the fundamental principles and rules of the Olympic Movement. Its framework establishes how Olympic competitions are organized and recognized.
Olympic record progression: Olympic record progression traces successive record performances in a particular Olympic event. A progression shows how the Games record changed over time.

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