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In 394 BC Roman Emperor Theodosuis put an end to the games b/c it was a pagan celebration. At that time Rome was completely christian.
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When the festival/ sporting event gained even more attention, they decided to extend it to cover 5 days in the 5th century.
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There were games for unmarried women that are similar to the Olympic games. It was called the Heraean Games in honor of the Queen of the Gods, Hera.
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The Olympics were initially a one-day event until 684 BC, when they were extended to 3 days because of how successful it was.
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The ancient Greeks hold their annual festival in honor of the Gods, and their King, Zeus. As part of the festival they held the biggest sporting event on the ancient calendar, The Ancient Olympics. At first they only started with one event, running.
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The Ancient Olympics lasted for about 1503 years. The events include:
1. Running
2. Discus Throwing
3. Wrestling
4. Boxing
5. Pankration
6. Horse/Chariot Races
7. Shot Put
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Their creation was inspired by the ancient Olympic Games, which were held in Olympia, Greece, from the 8th century BC to the 4th century AD. Baron Pierre de Coubertin founded the International Olympic Committee in 1894, leading to the first modern Games in Athens in 1896.
