Hungary competed at the 1972 Summer Olympics in Munich, West Germany. 232 competitors, 187 men and 45 women, took part in 134 events in 20 sports.

Medalists

Gold

Silver

Bronze

Archery

In the first modern archery competition at the Olympics, Hungary entered one man and one woman. Their highest placing competitor was Hamvas Agnes Hajdene, at 22nd place in the women's competition. Women's Individual Competition: Men's Individual Competition:

Athletics

Men's 800 metres Men's High Jump Men's Discus Throw Women's High Jump

Boxing

Men's Flyweight (– 51 kg) Men's Welterweight (– 67 kg) Men's Heavyweight (+ 81 kg)

Canoeing

Cycling

Four cyclists represented Hungary in 1972.

Equestrian

Fencing

19 fencers, 14 men and 5 women, represented Hungary in 1972. Hungary finished top of the fencing medal table with eight in total: two gold, four silver, and two bronze.

Football

Gymnastics

Handball

Hungary's first two games resulted in victories over the United States and Japan, guaranteeing the team a berth in the second round regardless of the result of the third game. However, that loss to Yugoslavia carried over into the second round, putting the Hungarians at a disadvantage. Losses to Romania and West Germany put Hungary into last place in the division. The team played against Sweden for seventh and eighth places, losing 19–18. Men's Team Competition:

Judo

Modern pentathlon

Three male pentathletes represented Hungary in 1972. András Balczó won an individual gold while the team won silver. Men's Individual Competition: Men's Team Competition: Alternate Member: Peter Kelemen

Rowing

Sailing

Shooting

Nine shooters represented Hungary in 1972. Lajos Papp won bronze in the 300 m rifle, three positions event.

Swimming

Men's 100m Frbeestyle Men's 200m Freestyle

Volleyball

Water polo

Weightlifting

Wrestling