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Deep-dive facts about swimming — the Olympic sport that tests pure human power and technique.
How well do you really know swimming? Most people are surprised to learn that swimming has been part of the Olympics since 1896. And that's just the beginning: The modern pentathlon includes fencing, swimming, riding, shooting, and running. Triathlon consists of swimming, cycling, and running. SmartAss Facts brings together the most surprising swimming facts — each one carefully verified and labeled TRUE or FAKE. Scroll down to explore the full list and discover which "facts" you've always believed are actually myths.
Swimming has been part of the Olympics since 1896. The modern pentathlon includes fencing, swimming, riding, shooting, and running. Triathlon consists of swimming, cycling, and running.
Yes, this is verified. Swimming has been part of the Olympics since 1896. Another confirmed fact: The modern pentathlon includes fencing, swimming, riding, shooting, and running.
Yes. One popular misconception is: "The largest bowl of ramen required a swimming pool ladder." This has been fact-checked and labeled FAKE on SmartAss Facts.