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How Are Sports Chosen for the Olympics?: Media

The ins and outs of what’s in and what’s out.

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How Are Sports Chosen for the Olympics?
Even tug-of-war once held its own as a respected Olympic sport.
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Summer Olympics
The Summer Games include sports like tennis, cycling, and running.
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