Host nation Australia won all freestyle swimming events for men and women.

American Bill Russel: Only Player to Win All Basketball Championships in One Year NCAA Title (San Francisco State) Olympic Gold (USA) NBA Championship (Boston Celtics)

Name the only man to win (like Pat McCormick) springboard and platform diving golds twice? Answer: Greg Louganis (USA) defended both his 1984 titles at the 1988 games.