Greek City Times12h
Pankration, a deadly ancient Greek mix of wrestling and boxing
First introduced in the Olympic Games in 648 BCE, pankration had minimal rules, allowing fighters to employ a wide array of ...
Photos: A look back at Olympics in Lake Placid 45 years ago
United States Olympic ice hockey coach, Herb Brooks, left, speaks to members of the team during a break in practice at the ...
Greek Reporter2d
The Ancient Greek Sanctuaries and Temples of Olympia
The sanctuaries and temples of ancient Olympia are some of the oldest and most important in all of Ancient Greece.
2026 Winter Olympics, 2028 Summer Olympics: Facts to know
Upcoming Olympic cycles include the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Games and 2028 Los Angeles Summer Games. Here's what we know ...
Greece’s new president is a leading advocate of bringing home the Parthenon sculptures from Britain
Greek lawmakers have elected a former parliament speaker and leading advocate for the return of the disputed Parthenon ...
Which Country Will Host the First Esports Olympics? What Games Will Be Included?
With advancing technology, sports competitions are also evolving. The world's first Esports Olympics is set to take place in ...
Greek City Times4d
Boxing’s Ancient Warriors – Olympic Origin Story
Unlike modern boxing, ancient Greek boxing had minimal rules and no weight classes, leading to often mismatched and extremely brutal encounters.
Greek Reporter6d
Gymnasium: The First Gym in Ancient Greece
The gymnasium (i.e. gym) in ancient Greece was an important institution, as exercising and keeping one's body fit were vital ...