Olympic Games

Olympic Games

• Officially known as the Olympic Games, it is a major international multi-sport event.
• Brings together athletes from around the world to compete in various sports.
• The event takes place every four years.

Types of Olympic Games

• There are three types of Olympic Games: Summer Olympics, Winter Olympics, and Paralympics.
• Each type of Olympic Games takes place every four years.

The Ancient Olympic Games

• The first ancient Olympic Games took place in Olympia, Greece, in 776 BC.
• The Games were part of a religious festival dedicated to Zeus, the king of the Greek gods.
• The ancient Olympic Games featured various events, including:
  • Running
  • Long jump
  • Shot put
  • Javelin
  • Boxing
  • Pankration (a form of mixed martial arts)
  • Equestrian events

Discontinuation of the Ancient Olympic Games

• The ancient Olympic Games were held every four years.
• The Games were eventually abolished in 393 AD.
• The Roman Emperor Theodosius I was responsible for the abolition of the ancient Olympic Games.

The Ancient Olympic Games

• The first ancient Olympic Games took place in Olympia, Greece, in 776 BC.
• The Games were part of a religious festival dedicated to Zeus, the king of the Greek gods.
• The ancient Olympic Games featured various events, including:
  • Running
  • Long jump
  • Shot put
  • Javelin
  • Boxing
  • Pankration (a form of mixed martial arts)
  • Equestrian events

Discontinuation of the Ancient Olympic Games

• The ancient Olympic Games were held every four years.
• The Games were eventually abolished in 393 AD.
• The Roman Emperor Theodosius I was responsible for the abolition of the ancient Olympic Games.