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Title: Fun Facts about the Olympics

The Olympics are a global sporting event that takes place every four years. It brings together athletes from different countries to compete in various sports. Here are some interesting facts about the Olympics:

1. The first modern Olympics were held in Athens, Greece, in 1896.

2. The Olympics have five rings, each representing a continent: Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe, and Oceania.

3. The Olympic motto is 'Faster, Higher, Stronger.'

4. The Olympic flame is lit in Olympia, Greece, and then carried to the host city by a relay of runners.

5. The Olympic Games have been canceled only three times in history: during World War I and II, and in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

6. The most decorated Olympian of all time is swimmer Michael Phelps, with 28 medals.

7. The youngest Olympian ever was Greek gymnast Dimitrios Loundras, who was just 10 years old when he competed in the 1896 Olympics.

8. The oldest Olympian ever was Swedish shooter Oscar Swahn, who was 72 years old when he competed in the 1920 Olympics.

9. The official languages of the Olympics are English and French.

10. The next Olympics will be held in Tokyo, Japan, in 2021.

Check out the infographic below for more fun facts about the Olympics!

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