Olympians who beat the oddsMany Olympic athletes are well supported throughout their training, others come from humble circumstances to make it big despite the odds. Host a kids' Olympics from homeTo help your kids better enjoy the excitement of the Olympics, try this trivia slideshow quiz and print out the activities PDF. Life after Olympic triumphAt the end of their run, all Olympians must leave the sporting spotlight to face the prospect of life after the Games. Famous Olympic spillsSometimes athletes are remembered for reasons other than their sporting prowess... The first OlympiansIn the beginning, entry into the ancient games was reserved solely for young, free men who spoke fluent Greek. Aussie Olympians: triviaUsing a selection of lesser-known photographs and Olympic trivia we ask you how well do you know your Olympians? World's youngest OlympiansSome of the greatest Olympians were virtually children when they hit their highs. We recount some of the youngest competitors yet. Olympians who overcame adversityOlympic selection is an astounding feat in itself, but some athletes overcome serious adversity before ever making a play for gold. What it takes to win goldCompeting at an Olympics is one thing; to win gold is another. What sets the gold medallists apart? History of the OlympicsRetrace the origins of the Olympics that grew into the world's biggest sporting event and ultimate test of human athletic endeavour Golden Olympic momentsGreat moments of Olympic glory will live forever. Check out some of the most memorable... Memorable Olympic podium momentsRelive some of the most famous podium moments.

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