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Q: What were some of the sports held in ancient Olympics?
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What Sports were in the Ancient Olympics?

The Ancient Olympics began as a one day event, but expanded to three days to accommodate each sport. Sports at the Ancient Olympics included running, long jump, shot put, javelin, boxing, pankration and equestrian.


Where can you find sports success case studies?

In school and some places where tutoring cllases are held for Olympics and other practices


What were some Olympics feature other kinds of races?

They weren't timed. Whoever crossed the finish line first, won. Period.


How are the ancient Greeks Olympics different form the modern Olympics of today?

Many of the sports that are in today weren`t included and some were eliminated today like pankration for example.


Why can't the winter Olympics ever be held in the Bahamas?

The reason it is called "winter" is that some of the sports need snow or ice. There is no snow or ice in the Bahamas so they can't be held there.


Which sports were in the 1948 summer Olympics?

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What year were the Olympics held in Calgary?

The Olympics were held in Calgary in 1988. The Winter Olympics were in Calgary. This was in February. Some of the games were skiing, curling, and skating.


What are some sports held in such arenas today?

Some sports that is held in such arenas today are is ice hockey and skating


What are some of the resons the Olympics were held?

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Compare and contrast ancient and modern Olympics?

The difference between modern and ancient olympics is the technology that was used. Ancient olympics used olden day technology or none at all. No high quality equipment was available and each athlete did not have spikes, skins, leotards, and fancy goggles. In contrast, modern day olympians have all this which effects their performance in the pool, track, field or stadium. Also, modern olympics have cameras and technology that enables the whole world to watch and cheer their country on. Hope this helps xo


What are some ancient sports?

Some of the first sports were wrestling and swimming.


What sports are done at the Olympics?

Some sports included in the Summer Olympics are swimming, gymnastics, and golf. Winter Olympic sports include luge, curling, hockey, and figure skating.