2012 Olympics
Things have changed somewhat since the first Olympics in 776BC. There was only one event called the Stade a race that was run over 210 yards. The first winner of the race was a cook called Coroebus who was naked when he ran and won the race. The Olympics was then held every four years for about 1200 years. It was then cancelled by the Christian emperor Theodosios in 393CE as he believed the Olympics had Pagan undertones.
Luckily, 1500 years later a Frenchman by the name of Pierre De Coubertin had the presence of mind to revitalize and begin a new era for the Olympics.
The games have had their ups and downs since then, however they have been the main force in building pride for individual countries throughout the world. The 2012 Olympics are expected to be the best games of all time. There are a number of new sports plus a host of new technological promotions that will enable the games to be shown in every home across the world, this is going to be the most viewed event in history.
Being able to take part in cheering on the Olympians gives people throughout the world excitement and wonder watching the competitors give their all and push their talents and their bodies to the ultimate test. The originators of the Olympics back in 776 BC would be proud of where the games have gone. The basic premise is the same to push athletes to their max, but the games themselves have become an international harbinger of good will.
Sure, there are occasionally spats between countries where one country or another has withdrawn or is banned from attending, but overall it has been a good natured way for countries to compete against each other for fun and fascination. The games have been the stuff dreams are made of for those who are good enough to compete.
As you read this the 2012 Olympic games preparations are well under way for the most outstanding games ever. London the host country will enjoy the economic benefits and its people the sheer joy and excitement, this is history in the making.
The Olympic grounds of any country become permanent reminders of these amazing historical events steeped in challenge and victory. Londoners are already ramped up and excited about hosting the world and showing off their city to all the athletes and fans. Soon it will be here. Come on the 2012 Olympics, I cant wait!
