Dating from Antiquity, the Panathinaiko Stadium was rebuilt for the first Olympic Games of the modern era in 1896.
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Since ancient times, the Olympic Games have brought people together in peace, respecting universal moral principles. The upcoming Games will bring together athletes from all over the world and help promote the Olympic spirit.
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Each Olympian bears a message of sharing, respect and resolve. Their performance and courage symbolise the Olympic spirit. Discover their profiles here.
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The current Olympic Games programme (summer and winter) features 35 sports and almost 400 events.
But don’t forget the Olympic sports of the past or the sports recognised by the Olympic Movement.