Frequently Asked Questions

History and origin of the Games

Which sports were on the programme of the ancient Olympic Games?

At the time, the programme featured only individual events: running, boxing, wrestling, pankration, equestrianism, and the pentathlon (running, discus, javelin, long jump, wrestling).

Learn more:

Educational series: The Olympic Games in Antiquity (pp. 8-10)

Ancient Olympic Games - The Sports Events