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Monday, August 29, 2016

How do results from Rio 2016 compare to Athens 1896?

The first modern Olympic Games were held in 1896 in Athens, Greece. Beyond the Opening and Closing Ceremonies, there are very few things that the Games 120 years ago have in common with the Olympics that will have us glued to the TV for another week.


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