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15 Weirdest Sports That Were Really In The Winter And Summer Olympics

3. Tug of War

3. Tug of War
Tug of war: a competitive Olympic event from 1900 to 1920, showcasing strength and teamwork.

Tug of war was part of the Olympic program from 1900 to 1920. Teams representing countries or even athletic clubs—sometimes from the same nation—competed by pulling the rope in classic style. While now seen as a playground activity, it was a serious medal event for five Olympiads. (en.wikipedia.org)

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