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Discus Throw
A throwing Olympic field event in which athletes rotate inside a circle to fling a heavy circular disc for distance.
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List of Sports That Contain W
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Hammer Throw
A throwing Olympic field event in which athletes spin and release a heavy metal ball attached to a wire for distance.
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Javelin Throw
A throwing Olympic field event in which athletes hurl a long spear-like implement for maximum distance after a running approach.
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Rowing
A power endurance water sport in which crews propel a long narrow shell with oars across a measured course.
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Snowboarding
A winter Olympic sport in which riders descend snow on a single board, competing in racing, freestyle, and big-mountain disciplines.
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Swimming
An aquatic Olympic sport in which competitors race across a marked pool using one of four recognised strokes.
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Synchronized Swimming
An aquatic Olympic sport blending swimming, dance, and gymnastics in choreographed routines performed in a pool.
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Taekwondo
A Korean martial art and Olympic combat sport famous for fast, high kicks and spinning techniques.
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Water Polo
A demanding team sport played in deep water where players swim, pass, and shoot a ball into the opposing goal.
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Wrestling (Freestyle)
An Olympic combat sport in which competitors use throws, takedowns, and pins, with attacks allowed across the whole body.
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Wrestling (Greco-Roman)
A classical Olympic wrestling style in which competitors may only attack and grip above the waist.
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