Since that time many sports have been added and removed too from the program. Only five sports have been contested at every summer Olympic Games since Athletics , Cycling , Fencing , Gymnastics and Swimming. In there were 26 sports contested, increasing to 28 in , and 33 in See also the pages about the number of sports at each Olympiad, and also the changes over time.
In addition to the official sports on the program, there are other recognized sports that are set for possible inclusion in the future. As others decline in popularity , they might be removed from the games. Both events have now been reinstated. How can a sport be reinstated in the Olympics? People can lobby the IOC for a revival of a sport. In , for example, golf returned to the Olympic Games after a year absence. Likewise, rugby made an appearance after having been gone for the past 92 years.
Do you watch the Olympics with your family every four years? Which events are your favorite? If you could pick one sport to add to the games, which would you choose? That may be a difficult decision—the world is full of many great options! Are you ready to play? Be sure to explore the following activities with a friend or family member:.
Great question, Antonio! Sounds like it's time for you to take a Wonder Journey--search the Internet or visit your local library--and let us know what you find out! Do you like to swim, Tyson? The Olympics are really fun to watch! We're glad you liked this Wonder, Uniwing!
They really are! It's awesome to watch so many athletes from around the world compete in the Olympics. Did you watch the Winter Olympics, Evan? Hi, logan! The nine sports at the first modern Olympic games in were athletics, cycling, fencing, gymnastics, shooting, swimming, tennis, weightlifting, and wrestling.
In the Summer Olympics, though, some said that there were 28 sports, while others listed 42! Do you want to go to the Olympics one day? Hi, Hugo! There are two Olympic games because different sports are played at the summer and winter Olympics! Great question, Amaya! We encourage you to do some research to find out who the first person to join the Olympics was!
Hi, josh! Many of the Olympic sports are dangerous, which is why the athletes dedicate so much of their time to practicing! We hope that you explore some of our other Wonder topics Sorry, but it looks like there were a few comments before this one! Be sure to keep checking back for our latest Wonder of the Day! That's awesome, Molly! We're so glad that you're learning more about the Olympics! What has been your favorite part of the Winter Olympics so far?
That right! Some people believe that there were 28 sports in the Summer Olympics because they counted sports such as aquatics as one sport. Others, though, believe that there were 42 in the Summer Olympics because they separated sports like "aquatics" into swimming, diving, synchronized swimming, and water polo!
Great question, Braxton! If a sport declines in popularity, it might be removed from the Olympics, but these sports can come back like rugby! We are undergoing some spring clearing site maintenance and need to temporarily disable the commenting feature. Thanks for your patience.
Drag a word to its definition. You have answered 0 of 3 questions correctly and your score is:. Want to add a little wonder to your website? Help spread the wonder of families learning together. Handball took a hiatus from Olympic competition until Germany once again held the Games in , this time in Munich.
The Olympics have allowed countless judokas around the world to become household names since judo was first added to the program in Karate is a new sport to the Olympic program and will make its debut at the Tokyo Games.
Before being added to the Tokyo Olympic program, karate had two unsuccessful attempts to gain entry to the Olympics it was considered for both the London and Rio Olympic programs. The modern pentathlon from the Greek word pente consists of five disciplines, including fencing , swimming , equestrian , and a combined event involving m cross-country running and laser pistol.
One of the most physically demanding Olympic sports, rowing is all about endurance. With each race metres long, rowers reach anywhere between 40 and 47 strokes per minute.
With many different events, the number of competitors per boat, as well as the type of rowing varies. There are two different types of rowing: sweeping and sculling. Sweeping, much like the name suggests, requires the use of one oar, with the athlete only rowing on one side of the boat.
Sculling, in turn, requires the use of two oars, one in each hand. Among the 14 different Olympic events eight are sculls and six are sweeps. Up to categories of sailboats reportedly exist around the world, each class with its own set of rules and specifications.
At the Tokyo Olympics, 10 events are contested in six different types of boats. As a result, the sports were only approved for the Tokyo Olympics, and not automatically added to future Olympic programs. The Olympic Games give thousands of athletes around the world the chance to compete on an international stage and at the most elite level.
In order for a sport to be played at the Olympics, it must first be recognized by the International Olympic Committee. Not until the sport is approved by the International Sports Federation can it be considered for competition in the Olympic Games.
In , the Olympic Committee has been especially keen on introducing sports practiced by the youth to increase viewership and engagement. A sport must be practiced by at least 75 countries and on 4 continents in order for it to be officially recognized.
Both controversy and appraisal have floated around this year, as the International Committee has chosen to recognize some new and innovative sports.
This is great news for these athletes, but some have questioned whether it is due to their participation or popularity.
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