Unlike Olympic medals these days which are mostly made of silver with gold plating, these were smaller and made entirely of ...

As a sacred place used regularly in religious ceremonies, as well as playing host to the Ancient Games, Olympia was at the centre of Greek civilisation. Renowned expert Paul Christesen gives ...

Come back with us to Ancient Greece, 2,500 Years ago to the original Olympic Games. The ancient Games, like our modern Olympics, included champions and cheaters, glory and scandals, bitter ...

Who were the ancient Greeks? Discover different ancient Greek cities and find out how they were ruled. How did the Olympic Games begin? Learn how the Olympic Games began over 2,700 years ago!

The NCAA is adding women’s wrestling as a championship sport. Division I voted in favor on Wednesday, followed by Divisions II and III on Friday. Women’s wrestling, which has been on the Olympic ...

The Olympic Games are heralded as one of the oldest sporting events in history, dating back to ancient Greece ... archery, wrestling, swimming, and chariot and horse racing were all favorites ...

Why do we have the Olympics? Why is physical activity important? Find out more about how to stay healthy More from BBC Teach More than 10,000 athletes representing over 200 countries competed for ...