Athletes In Ancient Greek Sports Today

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Athletic competition is a very popular form of entertainment. People from around the world enjoy watching many different types of sporting events. Today, talented athletes are celebrated and compensated very well. Athletes in ancient Greece were also valued, appreciated, and made famous by their athletic feats. Sports in ancient Greece were of a different nature than sports today. There were few team sports and the glory of a victory was focused on a single athlete. Today, there are many team sports that have become extremely popular. This is the major difference between sporting events in modern time and in ancient Greece. However, athletes in both time periods have made lasting impressions society. The Metropolitan Museum of Art states, “At the core of Greek athletics was an individual’s physical endurance and ability to overtake an opponent.” Overall, competitions in ancient Greece omitted team sports. There were many famous athletes in ancient Greece that are still remembered for their accomplishments today. An example of a well-known athlete in ancient Greece is Milo of Kroton. According to The Ancient Olympics, Milo of Kroton was a six-time Olympic victor, and “one of the most legendary athletes in the ancient world.” He was …show more content…

Many of them earn extra money by endorsing various products and participating in advertisements that showcase their abilities. These athletes are more frequently remembered in association with these products and advertisements than by artwork, as in ancient Greece. The concept of endorsing products for compensation did not exist in ancient Greece. According to Facts on File, wealthy citizens in ancient Greece supported their favorite athletes, and paid for their training. Today, citizens will not directly support professional athletes, but instead pay to see them perform. Despite these differences, sports have had a major impact on the culture in

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