Olympic Games
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The leading international multi-sport event, held in summer and winter editions.
The modern Olympic Games were inspired by athletic festivals in ancient Greece. Pierre de Coubertin founded the International Olympic Committee in 1894, and the first modern Games were held in Athens in 1896.
Editions
Summer and Winter Games each take place every four years, two years apart. The Paralympic Games follow in the same host cities.