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Was football the first team game in the Olympics?
The team sports of football, tug of war, and rugby union debuted at the 1900 Games in Paris.
Compare and contrast ancient and modern Olympics?
The difference between modern and ancient olympics is the technology that was used. Ancient olympics used olden day technology or none at all. No high quality equipment was available and each athlete did not have spikes, skins, leotards, and fancy goggles. In contrast, modern day olympians have all this which effects their performance in the pool, track, field or stadium. Also, modern olympics have cameras and technology that enables the whole world to watch and cheer their country on. Hope this helps xo
33 events in the olympics?
The Olympic Games feature a diverse range of sports, with a total of 33 events in the Summer Olympics, encompassing disciplines such as athletics, swimming, gymnastics, and team sports like basketball and soccer. Each event can include multiple competitions, such as individual and team categories, and various weight classes in sports like wrestling and judo. The number of events can vary slightly from one Olympic edition to another based on the inclusion of new sports or changes in existing ones. The Winter Olympics, on the other hand, typically have around 15 events, focusing on snow and ice sports.
How many countries played in the ancient Olympics?
Well, considering that the very first ancient Olympics began in 776 BC and ended in AD 394, that would mean the ancient Olympics were attended every four years (like today's Olympics) until 1170 years had passed. If these games went uninterrupted over that period of time, then there should have been around/exactly 292 ancient Olympic games held.
How many gold medals have the US women's basketball team won in the Olympics?
The US women's team has won five gold medals in basketball in the Olympics: 2004, 2000, 1996, 1988, 1984
What sports in the olympic games are different to ancient Greece?
The Olympic Games in ancient Greece featured a limited number of sports, primarily focusing on track and field events, wrestling, boxing, and pankration. Unlike the modern Olympics, which include sports such as basketball, swimming, gymnastics, and team sports, ancient Greek competitions were predominantly individual and did not involve team-based events. Additionally, modern Olympics embrace a wider range of disciplines, including winter sports, which were not part of the ancient tradition. The inclusion of women’s events and the global participation of athletes also distinguished the modern Games from their ancient predecessors.
How many sports and events are in the Olympics?
There will be 300 events in 26 sports at the 2012 Olympics.
How many people from Pakistan are taking part in London 2012 Olympics?
Pakistan sent a 21-member team to the London Olympics competing in four sports.
How many competitors are in the Philippines team for London 2012 Olympics?
11 (7 men, 4 women) in 8 sports
How many team events are in the Olympics this year?
how many team events are there in te olympics?
How many athletes are representing Portugal at the 2008 Olympics?
Portugal sent a team of 77 athletes that are scheduled to compete in 16 sports.
How many australian athletes in the Olympics?
Australia is represented by a team of 410 athletes and they are competing in 23 sports. see related link
Are team GB better at sitting down sports in the Olympics?
probs buddy. :)
Do all countries do all sports in the Olympics?
For all of the countries to do all the sports in the Olympics there has to be a certain amount of them in the team. However it is possible for a country to participate in all of the sports. Some of the countries this year only have a couple of players so no. All of the countries in the Olympics do not do all sports.
Is Pakistan competing in the 2012 Olympics?
Pakistan sent a 21-member team to the London Olympics competing in four sports.
Where there any team sports in the Ancient Olympic games?
yes
How many Canadians are in 2012 Olympics?
Canada will send 277 athletes in 24 sports. Canada did not send a team in handball or field hockey
