The U.S. Physics Team won all five gold medals at the 2025 International Physics Olympiad in Paris, beating 85 countries.
PARIS: In a historic academic achievement, the U.S. Physics Team won five gold medals at the 2025 International Physics Olympiad (IPhO) held in Paris, sweeping the competition and outperforming 85 other countries. This marks a rare and impressive clean sweep by one national team at the prestigious global science event.
The winning team, composed of Agastya Goel, Allen Li, Joshua Wang, Feodor Yevtushenko, and Brian Zhang, demonstrated exceptional problem-solving skills and mastery in both theoretical and experimental physics. Their performance stood out in a field of over 400 of the world’s brightest high school physics students.
Held annually, the IPhO is a premier international competition designed to promote excellence in physics and foster friendly relations among young scientists from across the globe. The event involves challenging individual exams across various physics disciplines.
The U.S. team’s achievement not only reflects their academic dedication but also the strength of national science education and mentorship programs that prepare students for competitive global platforms.
This year’s success sets a new benchmark for future Olympiads and serves as an inspiration for aspiring STEM students worldwide.
