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List of all non-Olympic sports, including American football
Jul 25, 2024
Many athletes dream of representing their country in the Olympics. However, only a finite number of sports make the list. In every cycle, the committee adds some sports and drops others, and some miss out. Non-Olympic sports miss out because they do not meet the Olympic program requirements. But which are these sports?
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The International Olympic Committee (IOC) continuously reviews its sports list to keep the events manageable. This leads to the expulsion, inclusion, or retention of certain disciplines. It's crucial to know the list of sports that are not part of the Olympics if you intend to participate.
List of non-Olympic sports
Non-Olympic sportMost popular country
American footballUnited States of America
CricketIndia
Rugby unionUnited Kingdom and Ireland
SquashEgypt
LacrosseUnited States of America
PoloArgentina
ChessIceland
DartsUnited Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland
SnookerEngland and China
Mixed martial artsUnited States of America
Some sports do not qualify for the Olympics because of their approach and lack of popularity. For instance, mind sports and those relying on mechanical equipment do not meet Olympic qualifications. Here's more about non-Olympic sports and why they don't make the cut.
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