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

The Games:

• Wrestling• Boxing• Equestrian events• Pankration• Discus Throw • Jumping• distance

• Running• 200m foot race• 400m foot race

The Games

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