The young Cubans won three bronze medals and a total score of 90 points—the island’s best result in the competition in 20 years.

Since July 9, some 680 math talents from over 120 countries and regions worldwide gathered in Shanghai to compete, exchange ideas, and experience Chinese culture.

This year’s International Mathematical Olympiad awarded 55 gold, 105 silver, and 189 bronze medals, while 141 contestants received honorable mentions.

China took first place in the team rankings, followed by the United States, Russia, and Singapore.

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