running
how much athletes completed in the running game
15
how many nations were wrestling
Germany, Great Britain, Greece, Hungary
When did the first boxing game start and where
1904 Summer Games in St. Louis Missouri
This was only 1 of 2 throwing events, what was the other one?
shot put
when did the first running game start
April 6, 1896
how did a wrestler get out?
A wrestler lost if they were thrown onto their back.
how did a fight end?
Matches continued until a fighter was knocked out or submitted, often leading to severe injuries.
What size did the winner use to practice
custom-made 20-pound disc
who won the first running game in 1896
Spyridon Louis, a 23-year-old Greek shepherd
We're there weight limits in a tournament?
There were no weight limits, making it a single open-weight tournament.
No rounds, time limits, or weight classes existed.
Which team was the winner representing
USA
how long are the outdoor tracks
400 meters
Was the Olympic wrestling included to the honor of ancient Olympics?
Yes, wrestling was included to honor the ancient Olympic tradition, where it was introduced in 708 B.C.
What are himantes
Soft leather thongs bound around the hands and wrists.
Who was the first winner
Robert Gerrett
do they use batons in the races?
only in 4x100m and 4x400m races
where did the matches take place
The matches took place on a sand-covered circle in the infield of the Panathinaiko Stadium.
What did the judges do to enforce the rules?
They used whips
What was the first winning record
29.15 meters