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The Olympic torch burns bright in athletes and fans around the world—get in the spirit before the Games begin! 

Gold medals of Olympic Games in Rio demonstration
History of the Olympic Medals
March 17, 2021
In the ancient Olympic Games, no medals were awarded. Learn when, why, and how they became one of the most important parts of the Games.
Picture of modern Olympic rings design.
History of the Olympic Rings
March 17, 2021
The rings are a modern addition to the Olympic Games. Find out where they came from.
IOC Image of Michael Phelps swimming
History of the Modern Olympic Games
March 17, 2021
In 1896, the modern Olympic Games was born. Learn how it all started.
My Great Winter Olympic Moments with Monique & Jocelyne Lamoureux thumbnail
My Great Winter Olympic Moments with Monique & Jocelyne Lamoureux
February 23, 2021
Hear the Lamoureux twins talk about their exceptional careers, and how they’ve become powerful advocates for equity, diversity and inclusion.​​​​​​
Athletes to Watch: Andrei Minakov
Athletes to Watch: Andrei Miakov
February 12, 2021
Learn more about swimmer Andrei Minakov.
Athletes to Watch: Grant Holloway
Athletes to Watch: Grant Holloway
February 12, 2021
Learn more about hurdler and sprinter Grant Holloway.
Athletes to Watch: Abdul Hakim Sani Brown
Athletes to Watch: Abdul Hakim Sani Brown
February 12, 2021
Learn more about Japanese sprinter Abdul Hakim Sani Brown.
Athletes to Watch: Ariarne Titmus
Athletes to Watch: Ariarne Titmus
February 12, 2021
Learn more about Australian swimmer Ariarne Titmus.
Olympics Trivia
True or False: The Games Host City Is Chosen in a Draw From Among the Candidate Cities.
February 12, 2021
Is the Games host city chosen in a draw among the other candidate cities?
Olympics Trivia
Were ice hockey and figure skating on the Summer Games programme?
February 7, 2021
True or False: Ice hockey and figure skating were on the Summer Games programme.
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