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THINGS

The Olympics weren't always the fun, respectful festival of competitions that thrive on sportsmanship that they are today—though even the modern Olympics don't always live up to that standard (Looking at you Ryan Lochte).Ancient Olympics ...

PEOPLE

Jesse Owens defeated the athletes of the Third Reich at the Berlin Olympics, but the racism continued long after he returned home to America.

HISTORY

The 1980 Olympics were intense for more than one reason. But one of the biggest surprises was when the US hockey team beat the Soviets. This is the story of the "Miracle on Ice".

THINGS

Do you love to watch and criticize athletes as they perform incredible physical feats while you sit on the couch? Then these facts are for you! Modern-Day Olympics Facts 41. Swim for Your Life! The first...

THINGS

Do you love to watch and criticize athletes as they perform incredible physical feats while you sit on the couch? Then these facts are for you! Modern-Day Olympics Facts 41. Swim for Your Life! The first...

THINGS

The Olympics weren't always the fun, respectful festival of competitions that thrive on sportsmanship that they are today—though even the modern Olympics don't always live up to that standard (Looking at you Ryan Lochte). Ancient Olympics ...



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