Tagged: Sports history

Who was Arrhichion?

Arrhichion, also known as Arrhachion or Arrichion, was a renowned ancient Greek pankratiast, a participant in the combat sport of pankration. He lived during the 6th century BC and is...

Ranking the 6 Oldest Sports in World History

Which sport is the oldest in world history? Long jump or javelin? Wrestling or polo? These questions have plagued sports enthusiasts for ages. Below, Worldhistoryedu.com brings together the 6 oldest...