Olympics Facts

Tug of War was an Olympic event between 1900 and 1920.

Scientists from IBM Research in Zurich and the University of Warwick synthesized a molecule named 'Olympicene' that mimics the shape of the Olympic logo.

In the 1930's, American track star Jesse Owens used to race against horses and dogs to earn a living.

When Filipino gymnast Carlos Yulo won two gold medals at the 2024 Paris Olympics, his country went all out. He received a $550,000 fully furnished condo, $350,000 in government cash, lifetime free buffets, a lifetime supply of ramen and chicken, two café franchises, a Land Cruiser, and free flights for life. Total haul: over $2.6 million.