Originally Posted by chassisman

i thought the romans started the olympics............

Originally Posted by Steve

One can only conclude that you've grown fond of being wrong...



I've known plenty of gymnasts, and none of them have been anorexic. In fact, the muscle mass required to compete at an Olympic level would actually suggest that no serious gymnast would be anorexic.

But your twisted-panty rant is fun, so let's continue:



Actually, it was a Frenchman. The British held "Olympic events", but it was a national competition, not an international one.

The United Kingdom didn't see the modern Olympics until well after the turn of the century...



Are there no textbooks in school?

I had 'em.

My daughter had 'em.

My niece and nephew have 'em.

And what, exactly, did Chicago spend $50 million on?



She's a private citizen, and can do as she pleases, even if it pisses you off...



You sound bitter; like someone who's never excelled...

Originally Posted by Jefe

Three words: Women's Beach Volleyball

Originally Posted by chassisman

I thought the Romans started the Olympics............

Originally Posted by John Drake

Ah, true, my life has been so much poorer for never really appreciating the uplift, glory and inspiration that is the sacred heritage of sport.