Olympic Games

The Olympic Games are the world's foremost multi-sport event, with its ancient origins dating back to 776 BC in Olympia, Greece. The modern era of the Games was revived in 1894 by Pierre de Coubertin, leading to the inaugural International Games in Athens in 1896. Today, the event is held every two years, alternating between Summer and Winter Games, and remains the pinnacle of international athletic competition.

The Games are managed by the International Olympic Committee (IOC), a non-governmental organization headquartered in Switzerland. While the competition rotates through different host cities globally, the brand identity, intellectual property, and broadcast rights remain under the strict governance of the IOC. Manufacturing for the event, including medals, merchandise, and infrastructure, occurs in the specific host nation and through various global official partners.