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The Olympics is known as the biggest meet of many sports. Athletes in this meet do not play for a team or club, but rather represent their country. Competing for your country in the Olympics is considered the highest honor by many.

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How heavy is a Olympic discus?

The weight of an Olympic discus is 2kg or (4.4 lbs).

-Dillon

What is the male World record in 100 meter run?

For the men, Usain Bolt with a time of 9.58 seconds at the Berlin World Championships 2009.

How many times did Innsbruck hold the Winter Olympics?

Colorado turned down the Olympics because of the cost and the potential environmental impact on the state.

How many years apart were ancient the Olympics games?

The Olympics are every 2 years. But there Summer Olympics and Winter Olympics which are four years apart. The last Summer Olympics were in 2008 and the next on is July 27, 2012 which makes it 4 years for each season.

Where does the olympics bring peace?

They can keep peace by giving the power to them i mean when they win a medal the country of the athletes they wuold like be very pleased to the country that is having the Olympics so they think it is fair and they would not fight and argue and maybe war so that is how they keep peace

Maybe it will be alright for you

When did the Berlin Olympic games begen?

The Olympic games onf 1944 were cancelled due to World War II.

Where did the first olympic game took place?

The first Olympic games were held in Athens, Greece.

How do you be better at gymnastics?

To become more acrobatic, you need practice. Enrolling in gymnastics classes would also be a good idea. Stretching and working out everyday needs to be done and then you are on your way to being more acrobatic.

What is faster sculling or rowing?

Sculling boats with the same number of people are faster than Rowing (one oar) boats. However the fastest Olympic class boat is the coxed 8 (which is a rowing boat). This is because there is no 8 person sculling boat and the fastest sculling boat is the coxless quad.

How many medals did Florence Griffith-Joyner win in the Olympics?

Five, 3 gold and 2 silver.

1984 - Los Angeles

1) 200 meter dash - silver

1988 - Seoul

1) 200 meter dash - gold

2) 100 meter dash - gold

3) 4x100 meter relay - gold

4) 4x400 meter relay - silver

When did horse riding become involved in the Olympics?

Horse Riding in the Olympics is a couple of things. There's Show jumping indviual and team. I think there is Cross Country Ind. and team and there is Dressage Ind. and team. I hope to be there for the 2016 Olympics!

What was the pankratin in the ancient Olympics?

The sport of Pankration was one of the sports in the original Olympic games. The name when translated into English means no holds barred (Literally 'all to be strong). It is similar to wrestling but allows kicking etc as well and the contestants aim to survive or escape as much as to win.

Is bowling considered a sport in the Olympics?

yes.

There are pro athletes in bowling just as there is in golf. Pro shops, coaches, tournaments, leagues, etc.

For some, it's just entertainment, however a sport can be entertainment too.

Who first invented the ancient Olympic games?

The Greeks are the ones who stared the olympic games to worship their gods and godesses.

Why are the tributes given stylists and dressed so elaborately for the opening ceremony?

In "The Hunger Games," tributes are given stylists and dressed elaborately for the opening ceremony to create a striking first impression and attract attention. The extravagant outfits serve to showcase their district's identity and strengths, potentially garnering public support and sponsorship. This spectacle amplifies the drama of the Games and highlights the stark contrast between the opulence of the Capitol and the struggles of the districts. Ultimately, the stylists' work aims to elevate the tributes' status and increase their chances of survival.