9The Olympic Games Origins

The Olympic Games, a global sporting spectacle celebrated every four years, trace their roots back to ancient Greece.

The first recorded Olympic Games were held in Olympia in 776 BCE. These early games were a religious festival dedicated to the Greek god Zeus. Athletes from various city-states competed in events like running, long jump, discus, and combat sports. Today, the Olympic Games continue to unite nations in the spirit of friendly competition.

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