Where did track and field originate?

Answer 1

Track itself only has discrete roots back to the early 1800's in various countries in Europe, eventually making its way into America. Track events however, started back before there were even countries that one could classify. The Greek started holding Olympic Games including events such as the Standion Race (Running Race), the Long Jump, the Javelin Throw, the Discus throw, and Wrestling. All of these (with the exception of Wrestling) are modern day track meet events. So to directly address your question:

Track and Field began nearly 2700 years ago in the Greek Empire.

Answer 2

Track and field first originated in the ancient Greek world.

Answer 3

Track and field started in 776BC in Greece.

Answer 4

2000 in London

Answer 5

It originally originated in the original location where track and field originally originated.

Answer 6

It started in Ancient Greece. There were track and field events such as the race (about 190m), discus and marathon. It was about 3,000 years ago

Answer 7

Track was orginially started in 700 b.c. at the olympic games. Before there was just 1 race, the 600 meter dash. Over time the sport carried on to what it is today, with multiple events.

Answer 8

At a Ancient Greek Olympics.