Did you know that the first Olympics were held in ancient Greece in 776 BC? The games were originally dedicated to the Olympian gods and included only one event - a footrace of approximately 200 meters! Fast forward to the modern era, and we have over 28 sports and 306 events at the 2021 Tokyo Olympics.

Yes, it's remarkable how the ancient Olympics began with a single footrace in 776 BC, dedicated to the Olympian gods, evolving into the expansive modern event featuring over 28 sports and 306 events at the 2021 Tokyo Olympics. A fascinating journey of athletic development and cultural evolution over millennia.