What side is the silver medalist on the Olympic medal podium?

Answer 1

On the winner's right. The winner (gold) is in the center. On his or her right is the Silver medalist (2nd). On the other side, the winner's left, is the Bronze medalist (3rd).

This is from the winner's viewpoint.

From the spectator's viewpoint, looking at the medalists from the front, the silver is on the left and the bronze is on the right.

These are the customary positions for 1st, 2nd and 3rd in many competitive events.

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