Olympic History
This city hosted the first modern Olympic Games in 1896, and again in 2004.
What is Athens?
This swimmer from Washington D.C. has won nine Olympic gold medals and 21 world championship gold medals, making her the most decorated female athlete.
Who is Katie Ledecky?
A massive, billion-dollar cleanup effort by the city of Paris made this river habitable for the athletes to compete in its waters.
What is the Seine River?
"Tennis But Smaller"
What is table tennis?
In 2024, this choreographic event popularized in the film "Step Up" is being featured for the first time.
What is breaking/breakdancing?
In ancient Greece, medals weren't awarded for victory. This ceremonial item was placed on the victor's head along with money, praise, and free meals.
What is a laurel wreath?
Chicago Bears safety Jonathan Owens is married to this 7-time gold medal gymnast.
Who is Simone Biles?
This Québec-born singer closed the 2024 Opening Ceremony, her first performance since being diagnosed with Stiff Person Syndrome (SPS).
Who is Celine Dion?
"Picking things up and putting them down"
Since this sport's debut in 2000, Canada has been the most successful country with six medals. Guess it's not just for jumping in your backyard.
What is trampoline?
In 1900, women were allowed to compete, but only in four events. They were sailing, golf, equestrian, and this popular lawn game.
What is croquet?
US Athletes Kassidy "Cook" and Sarah "Bacon", the famous "breakfast duo", won silver in this event?
What is diving?
This outdoor event's matchups are being featured at the base of and with full view of the Eiffel Tower.
What is beach volleyball?
'Handball, but in the water"
What is water polo?
This controversial event was introduced in 1906 but included dummies instead of humans, sorry Aaron Burr.
What is pistol dueling?
In 1980, the United States and sixty-five other countries boycotted the Moscow Olympics over the Soviet Invasion of this country.
What is Afghanistan?
This athlete held the American flag during the 2024 parade, his first time competing since winning gold for the United States in 2012.
Who is LeBron James?
In the 2024 games, US gymnast Stephen Nedoroscik went viral for helping to claim bronze for the US Men's Gymnastics team in this event, named after the rectangular or cylindrical object with two handles on top used in the routine.
What is pommel horse?
"Running, but slower"
What is race walking?
In the 1900 Games, this live animal was used archery and shooting, but was discontinued shortly after.
What are pigeons?
Paris ties for most Olympic Games at three and Los Angeles will as well in 2028. This other city currently holds the record.
What is London?
Before Michael Phelps, this American swimmer won seven gold medals in one year at the 1972 Munich Games.
Who is Mark Spitz?
The Olympic Torch is currently lit and in the form of this 18th Century French inventor's creation.
What is a hot air balloon?
"Tag, but with swords"
What is fencing?
This sport is being currently being held in the tropical French island of Tahiti, because the conditions to host the event aren't adequate in mainland France.
What is surfing?