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Olympic View
Olympic games originated long years ago in ancient Greece.These games directly increased the value and belief of the Greek society. Olympic is very famous event in which almost all countries of the world participate which shows international friendship and brotherhood.This event organized biennially with summer and winter Olympic games in which each athlete who takes part in games has to take an oath that he would respect and abide by the rules of game.

Olympic games includes many interesting games.table tennis,hockey,football, sailing,boxing,cycling,basketball,diving,judo,swimming,shooting, volley ball etc. This festival celebrate with many customs and symbol such as flag and torch.

Olympic also provides the opportunity to young players to compete. there has been many changes occurred since the introduction of this event.The ancient Olympics was the great celebration for the men of Greece and now it is celebration of the world.Women were only allowed to participate in the equestrian games only.Today, both men and women are allowed to compete in any competition they choose. Earlier athletes who won were crowned by olive branches but in modern times athletes are awarded by medals Gold,Sliver and Bronze respectively.

Each year it has been hosted by different country. Currently, London is hosting this great event, with around 200 countries participating. Till now china has been awarded the most number of medals, with USA and GBR is on second and third place respectively. This event will end on 12th August 2012.

Hope, this year sport followers find some more fun !