How Kyniska of Sparta became the first woman ever to win at the Olympic Games | Heroes

When Kyniska, princess of Sparta, is denied competing for being a woman. She finds the way to win the chariot race and become the first... women to champion at the ancient Olympic Games.

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How Kyniska of Sparta became the first woman ever to win at the Olympic Games | Heroes

Name: Heroes - Watch the Ancient Olympic Games Come to Life
Uploaded: 2021-04-12T10:09:01.000Z
Duration: 5 min 12 s
Description: Women in sport have come a long way since Kyniska of Sparta became the first woman in history to win at the Olympic Games.

When Kyniska, princess of Sparta, is denied competing for being a woman. She finds the way to win the chariot race and become the first... women to champion at the ancient Olympic Games.

How Kyniska of Sparta became the first woman ever to win at the Olympic Games | Heroes

How Kyniska of Sparta became the first woman ever to win at the Olympic Games | Heroes

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