American James Connolly became the first modern Olympic champion in over 1,500 years when he won the triple jump on April 6, 1896. He later tied for second place in the high jump and took third in ...

The evolving Olympic athlete - High jump Since the advent of the modern-day Olympics in 1896, athletes have redefined limits in pursuit of the Olympic ideal: "Faster, higher, stronger." ...

Here’s some background information about the Summer Olympics, which are typically held every four years. The 2024 Olympic Games were held July 26-August 11 in Paris. The 2028 Olympic Games will be ...

A look back at the men's high jump as Steve Smythe reflects on the history of events at the Olympics Potentially this could be one of the best-standard events of the Games. Joint 2012 bronze ...

LONDON (Reuters) – Following is the first in a three-part series detailing the most memorable moments from the Olympic Games. – – – – ATHENS 1896 Athens hosted an attr… ...

He also finished second in the high jump and third in the long jump. On that day, ... Vintage photos, the first modern Olympic Games, 1896. Updated: Apr. 06, 2015, 2:36 p.m.