Ancient Games: The first recorded ancient Olympic Games took place in 776 BC in Olympia, Greece, held every four years in honor of the god Zeus. The ancient Games were abolished in 393 AD by the Roman Emperor Theodosius I.
Modern Games: The modern Olympic Games were founded by Baron Pierre de Coubertin, who organized the first modern games in Athens in 1896. These games were inspired by the ancient Greek tradition and revived the four-year cycle.
Evolution: The modern games have grown significantly, expanding to include winter sports and a much larger number of participating countries. The original events and format have been adapted and changed over time to reflect the modern era.
