Olympics / X Games

We know the Olympics as the best of the best. Performing against individuals and teams from across the globe in a wide variety of events to inspire and motivate a country in international competition. The Olympics since eighteen ninety-six have become one of the biggest sporting events in history. Games are held every four years and links sport rivalry with other cultures (The Olympic Museum, 2007). Both summer and winter sports are held with different events ranging from volleyball to downhill skiing. Although winter sports were not introduced until the nineteen twenties, the Olympic Games have been a spectator’s phenomenon. Until the X Games have emerged. To increase the popularity of extreme sports the X Games emerged in nineteen ninety-three and remains the hardcore extreme sporting event in the world. It does not have the venue that our Olympics have but it does provide events that are truly extreme in nature and athletes that represent each event respectfully. From surfing, skating, as well as huge winter events it is truly an event not to pass up.We are competitive in nature when it comes to competition. With the Olympic Games and now the X Games it provides the viewer with the best of both worlds when it comes to competitive events. So next time you want a different approach to a sporting event remember that extreme sports will give you that extra rush of excitement that you need.