Initially, Hungarian athletes who met the qualification standard in each specific event might have took part at the championships, however, the qualification method was later changed.
Hungarian athletes have won a total of 475 medals, with fencing as the top medal-producing sport.
Three Hungarian athletes, all from sprint canoeing, won more than a single Olympic medal in London.
Throughout the Olympics, Hungarian athletes were cheered by fans from Australia and other countries.
Károly Radóczy (born August 31, 1885, date of death unknown) was a Hungarian athlete.
One Hungarian athlete competed in the following event in sailing:
In 1922 he set a new national record with a throw of 61.22 metres, making him the first Hungarian athlete to exceed the 60 metres limit.
Many of the Hungarian athletes vowed never to return home, and felt their only means of fighting back was by victory in the pool.
József Nagy (October 2, 1881 - date of death unknown) was a Hungarian athlete.
The Hungarian athletes were successful in each event except the 110 metre hurdles, taking a silver, two bronzes, and a 4th place finish.