Top 5 Oldest Sports In The World.
SPRINTING One of the most ancient athletic track events Which was first introduced at the modern Olympics in 1896. This track events involves over a short fixed distance in a quicker time. They are the oldest running competitions being recorded at the Ancient Olympic Games. Usually sprint events in track and field consists of 100m, 200m and 400m race through 60m dashes are also held on Occasions. The original Olympic event, the stadion race was sprint of around 180m. 100m race is one of the most historical races along with marathon. In this track event athletes starts from blocks set in staggered positions and run in lanes. GYMNASTICS. Gymnastics has been around for thousands of years as a sport and a form of exercise. It is thought to have began in ancient Greece about 2500 years ago where it was used in training to keep fit for sporting activities. It was started in Greece before being recreated in Germany. Ancient Greece used gymnastic...