The modern Olympic Games began in 1896, but where did they come from? What were the original Olympics like? If you’re interested in the historic details that shaped our current Games, this article gets into all the naked, nitty gritty details.
The origin of the Olympic Games
For twelve centuries, the sacred Games in Olympia were a spectacle of blood, sweat, and glory. These ancient contests, held in honor of the gods, captivated spectators with displays of strength, endurance, and skill. Today, the modern Olympics carry forward this legacy, uniting athletes from all over the world.
And if you have a chance to visit the Panathenaic Stadium in Athens, I recommend!
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J.R. Johnson 
I once read that initially the guys wore loin cloths or whatever, only, one runner ran naked and he won. Said not having clothes made him faster. So the following competition, all the guys stripped down.
Maybe this explains why the gals this year are so … cheeky.
Hah, thanks, TJ, that’s a funny historical note. I bet dropping the loincloths made grappling sports easier too. And as for our modern uniforms, I wonder if the guys will start getting cheekier next?