The Olympics are rooted in tradition, with the first official Summer Olympics staged in 1896 in Athens, Greece that drew athletes from 13 nations. Ever since then, the marathon has been a mainstay in Olympic programming.
But over the decades, dozens of sports have been added to the Olympics, and this year is no different, with a bevvy of competitions that should capture attention from younger viewers.
The biggest news? For the first time ever, break dancing will be an Olympic sport making its debut on the world’s main stage at the 2024 Paris Olympics this summer.
Mark your calendars: The Summer Olympics will take place from July 26 to Aug. 11 in Paris. The opening ceremony will take place along the Seine on July 26.
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