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Professor Answers Olympic History Questions | Tech Support | WIRED

Jan 27, 2026
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  • Sport Studies Professor Amy Bass traces Olympic history from Ancient Greece to modern games, comparing how events, rules, and participation have evolved over centuries
  • Discusses famous Olympic underdogs, oldest unbroken records, and potential future Olympic sports while addressing Olympic cancellations throughout history
  • Provides comprehensive context on how the Olympics transformed from ancient athletic competition to a modern global sporting phenomenon

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