Australia has achieved a fantastic result at the 2026 European Girls’ Mathematical Olympiad (EGMO) placing fourth overall among 67 participating countries at the prestigious mathematical competition held in Bordeaux, France in April.
“This is an exceptional achievement by a remarkable group of students. Finishing fourth internationally, with every team member earning a medal, is a testament to their skill, determination and deep commitment to mathematics. EGMO is a major international mathematics event, and we are incredibly proud of their performance.” said Mat Meriaux, CEO of the Australian Maths Trust.
Year 12 student Amber Li (Pymble Ladies’ College, NSW) delivered a standout performance, finishing eighth overall in the competition. This marks her third Gold medal in three consecutive years. She was joined by fellow Gold medallist Olivia Sun (Lauriston Girls’ School, VIC), her second Gold Medal in consecutive years, while Christine Ou (Abbotsleigh, NSW) and Anna Luo (SCEGGS Darlinghurst, NSW) each earned Bronze Medals at their first EGMO. A truly outstanding effort by the Australian team.
The 2026 EGMO was held from 9–15 April in Bordeaux, France, bringing together top female maths student from around the globe. Australia has participated at EGMO since 2018 and continues a strong run of results, finishing second in 2024, and third in 2022, 2023 and 2025.
The full list of team members and their achievements include:
- Amber Li, Pymble Ladies’ College, NSW – Year 12, GOLD MEDAL (individual rank in 2026: 8th of 260)
- Olivia Sun, Lauriston Girls’ School, VIC – Year 11, GOLD MEDAL (individual rank in 2026: 18th of 260)
- Christine Ou, Abbotsleigh, NSW – Year 9, BRONZE MEDAL (individual rank in 2026: 70th of 260)
- Anna Luo, Sceggs Darlinghurst Secondary School, NSW – Year 11, BRONZE MEDAL (individual rank in 2026: 77th of 260)
The Australian EGMO 2026 team was selected, trained and supported by the Australian Maths Trust (AMT). Accompanying the team to Bordeaux were AMT EGMO Team Leader, Michelle Chen, herself a former IMO medallist, and Deputy Leader Elizabeth Yevdokimov, Observer with Contestants, Emily Petersen and Observer with Leader Grace He, a former EGMO medallist.
The EGMO initiative is supported by the Australian Government Department of Industry, Science and Resources through the Inspiring Australia – Science Engagement Programme, and by Jane Street, Major Partner of the AMT’s Olympiad Program. Visit EGMO 2026 for more information on the European Girls’ Mathematical Olympiad in France.
INTERVIEW OPPORTUNITIES:
The EGMO team students are currently in France and will be available for media interviews from Wednesday 22 April after their return to Australia.
MEDIA BACKGROUNDER
The European Girls’ Mathematical Olympiad Australian team for 2026 comprised:
For more information on EGMO 2026 visit EGMO 2026
MEDIA CONTACT: For additional information including photos and interview opportunities with the EGMO team contact Gabi Reid, AMT Communications & Publications Manager – 0439 582 720 gabi.reid@amt.edu.au
MEDIA BACKGROUNDER
Amber Li – Year 12, Pymble Ladies’ College (NSW)
“What inspires me most is that even the biggest ideas in mathematics were discovered step by step by people like us.”
Amber Li is a mathematics student whose interest in the subject deepened through participation in mathematical competitions and Olympiads. She particularly enjoys geometry and topology, drawn to mathematics’ power to turn abstract ideas into clear understanding. Amber is inspired by the historical development of mathematics and the way collective discovery has shaped science over time. She hopes to pursue mathematics at university and is interested in future research across areas such as algebraic topology, mathematical physics, or mathematical biology. Outside mathematics, Amber enjoys classical languages and literature and has trained in fencing for several years.
Yihan (Olivia) Sun – Year 11, Lauriston Girls’ School (VIC)
“Maths is special because it’s creative, logical, and something you can truly share with others.”
Yihan (Olivia) Sun is a mathematics student who was introduced to advanced problemsolving from an early age. She enjoys combinatorics for its structured reasoning and patternbased approaches and values mathematics for its balance of creativity and logic. Olivia is particularly motivated by the strong sense of community within mathematics and the shared excitement of discovery. While she enjoys competitive mathematics, she hopes to apply her skills in a scientific field in the future, such as neuroscience. Outside academics, she enjoys reading, singing, playing the piano, and participating in sports including volleyball and golf.
Christine Ou – Year 9, Abbotsleigh (NSW)
“Mathematics is beautiful because everything connects, and each proof tells part of a bigger story.”
Christine Ou is a mathematics student with a particular passion for geometry, inspired by its visual structure and interconnected ideas. Her interest in mathematics developed through early mentorship and a growing appreciation for rigorous proofs. Christine intends to pursue further mathematics study at university and hopes to build a future career in scientific research. She views EGMO as both a competitive opportunity and a platform for collaboration, connection, and representation of young women in mathematics. Beyond academics, Christine enjoys a wide range of activities including tennis, piano, debating, baking, and drawing.
Anna Luo – Year 10, Sceggs Darlinghurst Secondary School (NSW)
“I love the moment when a problem suddenly makes sense and you see the elegant structure behind it.”
Anna Luo is a mathematics student with a strong interest in combinatorics, where she enjoys the creativity and insight required to solve complex problems elegantly. Her passion for mathematics began at a young age through curiositydriven exploration and has grown through sustained engagement with challenging problemsolving. Anna thrives on pushing herself intellectually and values the moments of clarity that come from deep mathematical understanding. She plans to study mathematics at university and sees the discipline as opening doors to a wide range of future opportunities. Outside mathematics, Anna is actively involved in debating and music, playing both piano and organ.