The 1908 London Olympics, officially known as the ‘Games of the IV Olympiad’
September 26, 2024
The 1908 London Olympics, officially known as the ‘Games of the IV Olympiad’
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Originally set to be held in Rome, the games were moved to London after the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 1906. The event was groundbreaking, with 22 countries participating and over 2,000 athletes competing in 110 events across 22 sports. Notable achievements included the first Olympic marathon at the standard distance of 26 miles 385 yardsÂ
Oh my god, someone ask the pole vaulters and high jumpers how high they would be willing to jump if they had to land on their feet in a sand pit!! The pole vaulters would be breaking their ankles left and right.
I guess it really takes the fosbury flop out of contention?
Jesus the splash on that dive, -25 points
Tug o war should definitely be allowed back in the Olympics.
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Originally set to be held in Rome, the games were moved to London after the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 1906. The event was groundbreaking, with 22 countries participating and over 2,000 athletes competing in 110 events across 22 sports. Notable achievements included the first Olympic marathon at the standard distance of 26 miles 385 yardsÂ
Oh my god, someone ask the pole vaulters and high jumpers how high they would be willing to jump if they had to land on their feet in a sand pit!! The pole vaulters would be breaking their ankles left and right.
I guess it really takes the fosbury flop out of contention?
Jesus the splash on that dive, -25 points
Tug o war should definitely be allowed back in the Olympics.