From Fiji in rugby sevens to Puerto Rico's Monica Puig: 10 nations that won their 1st Olympic gold in Rio

For many nations, winning gold isn't a big feat, but for some its a revelation, something which not only unites the whole country but inspires their countrymen to take up the sport and replicate the win in the near future. As Michael Phelps' won his astonishing 23rd gold medal, many athletes grabbed their first for their nations, making them overnight heroes. The games witnessed many upsets right from Fiji overcoming Great Britain in the rugby sevens final to Singapore's Joseph Schooling pulling off a stunning Olympic upset by beating Phelps in the 100m butterfly. Here are the nations that tasted success in the Rio Olympics.


From Fiji in rugby sevens to Puerto Rico's Monica Puig: 10 nations that won their 1st Olympic gold in Rio