As a symbol - no professional sportsmen doing it for money.
No, just a crown of laurel leaves.
The ancient victors of the Olympics received a crown made from Olive Leaves.
they received a big leaf to wave around and a crown of olive leaves
olive crown
A crown of leaves from the sacred olive tree.
They got medals.
A crown of olive leafs.
Crown of Wild olive Leaves
no, it is a plant, that was used to crown winners at the first olympics.
There was the fame of winning. Many of the winners had statutes made of them. The actual award was a crown made of olive leaves.
In the Ancient Olympics, winners received a crown made of olive leaves, symbolizing their victory and honor. They also gained significant social status and recognition in their city-states, often resulting in financial rewards, free meals, and even statues erected in their honor. Additionally, victorious athletes were celebrated with parades and could enjoy privileges like exemption from taxes.
[[A]] [[crown]] [[of]] [[olive]] [[leaves]].