So why *is* that event in the Olympics?
Aug. 18th, 2004 12:47 pm| In a battle you might... | The ancient Olympic Games featured... |
| ride people down with your horse | equestrian events |
| grab guys and throw them to the ground | wrestling |
| hit guys with your fists | boxing |
| throw big hard heavy things | discus throw |
| hurl your spear | javelin throw |
| run like crazy if your side lost a battle | foot racing |
| jump and leap as you run over the rocky Greek landscape | jumping |
For all your 'what makes it Olympic?' questions: http://encarta.msn.com/column_olympics/What_Makes_a_Sport_'Olympic'.html
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