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The Ancient Olympics
⭐ MasteredThe first Olympic Games were held in Olympia, Greece, more than 2,000 years ago. Athletes competed in running, wrestling and chariot races.
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Ancient Olympic athletes competed without clothes, which is where the word gymnasium comes from.
All about The Ancient Olympics
The first Olympic Games were held in Olympia, Greece, more than 2,000 years ago. They were held in honour of the god Zeus, and athletes came from many Greek cities. Events included running, wrestling, boxing and chariot races.
Winners were not given medals but were crowned with a wreath made of olive leaves. The games took place every four years, and during the games wars were paused so athletes could travel safely.
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