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Strange Olympic events throughout history!

Posted By: Heidi Reichert · 7/31/2012 9:52:00 AM

Strange Olympic events throughout history!

Club swinging -- Actually swinging heavy clubs around and around.

Tug of war -- That's exciting TV. Too bad they eliminated it in 1920.

Solo synchronized swimming -- Made its debut in 1984 and was last seen in 1992.

Swimming obstacle course -- Swimmer had to climb over boats, swim under things and then climb up a pole. This event ended after the 1900 Paris Olympic games.

Roller hockey -- 1992 was the one and only year for roller hockey

La Canne -- It's like fencing, but with a walking stick.

Rope climbing -- This classic gym activity was eliminated after 1932.

Trampoline -- We saw it in 2000 and it's back!

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