Sports in
the ancient world consisted of activities like discus, boxing, wrestling, and
caged events involving animals or other human beings. These early sports
considered winners to be similar to gods, therefore granting them fame,
fortune, and an increased status in the community. The sports were an outlet
for society’s urges, demonstrated in a ‘humane’ and ‘honorable’ manner. Though
the events would be considered barbaric by modern standards, they were the
embodiment of discipline and masculinity. Rewards were social, political, and
financial. Men were the only participants in such games as women were forbidden
to take part. In some cultures, winning could be the key to freedom and in
others is was the ideal display of skill and strategy.
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