Modern Olympic Games

1
Modern Olympic Games

• Planning began in 1894, with the founding of the
  International Olympic Committee
• They were inaugurated in the spring of 1896

2
History

• The first games were held in April 1896. They
  attracted Athletes from the United States, Great
  Britian and 11 other nations.
• Only 42 events in 9 sports were scheduled for
  these games

3
When are the Games Held?

• The Olympic Games in Berlin in 1916 were
  cancelled because of World War I those scheduled
  for 1940 and 1944 were cancelled because of World
  War II
• The winter Olympic Games were added in 1924
• The games resumed in 1948 and are held every 4
  years

4
History

• The total number of participants has increased
  dramatically over the years
• In 1896 there were 285 participants, in 1992 this
  number has grown to approxametly 10 600

5
Women in the Olympics

• Since the first Olympics the number of women in
  the competition has greatly increased

6
Events today participants take part in over 400
different events

• Weight lifting Rowing
• Tennis Running
• Triathlon Curling
• Football Swimming

• Badminton Judo
• Hockey Boxing
• Gymnastics Basketball
• Skating Table tennis

7
The Prizes

• Winners get medals
• GOLD 1st place
• SILVER 2nd place
• BRONZE 3rd place
• The winners do not receive any money.