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It was introduced to the summer Olympics in 1896
Cycling has been competed since the first Modern Olympic Games in 1896. There were six cycling events in 1896:

1/3 km time trial, 2,000 meter sprint, 10,000 meters, 100 kilometers, 12 hour endurance race, and individual road race.

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Because it generated enough interest and fulfilled the requirements.

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