Max Whitlock vs Louis Smith
Max Whitlock vs Louis Smith: head-to-head — careers, honours, key numbers and why the rivalry matters.
Why compare Max Whitlock and Louis Smith?
Whitlock's rivalry with fellow British gymnast Louis Smith has been a defining aspect of his career, particularly in the pommel horse events, where both athletes have pushed each other to excel.
Max Whitlock
Key numbers
- Olympic Medals6
- World Championships Medals8
- European Championships Medals8
- Commonwealth Games Medals10
Top honours
- Olympic Medals6 medals (3 gold, 3 bronze)
- World Championships Medals8 medals (3 gold, 5 silver)
- European Championships8 medals (4 gold, 3 silver, 1 bronze)
- Commonwealth Games Medals10 medals (4 gold, 4 silver, 2 bronze)
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Louis Smith
Key numbers
- Olympic Medals3
- World Championships Medals5
- European Championships Medals6
Top honours
- Olympic Medals3 medals (1 gold, 2 silver)
- World Championships Medals5 medals (2 gold, 3 silver)
- European Championships Medals6 medals (2 gold, 2 silver, 2 bronze)