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Ancient Olympic Games Can be traced back to 776 BC One day event Closely linked to religion Performed for the Olympian gods Considered a cult ritual Banned.

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1 Ancient Olympic Games Can be traced back to 776 BC One day event Closely linked to religion Performed for the Olympian gods Considered a cult ritual Banned in 393 AD

2 The Games: Wrestling Boxing Equestrian events Pankration Discus Throw Jumping distance Running 200m foot race 400m foot race The Games

3 Winner of the Games First Awards Rewarded immediately after competition Winner received a palm branch Red ribbons tied to head and hands Official Ceremony Last day of the Games Took place in the temple of Zeus Received olive tree wreath on head

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