OLYMPIC REALITY...

The ancient Olympic Games were initially a one-day event until 684 BC, when they were extended to three days. In the 5th century B.C., the Games were extended again to cover five days.
The ancient Games included running, long jump, shot put, javelin, boxing, pankration and equestrian events.

Pentathlon

The Pentathlon became an Olympic sport with the addition of wrestling in 708 B.C., and included the following: 

Running / Jumping / Discus Throw

Running

Running contests included: 

 the stade race, which was the pre-eminent test of speed, covering the Olympia track from one end to the other (200m foot race),

• the diaulos (two stades - 400m foot race),
• dolichos (ranging between 7 and 24 stades).

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