The Olympic Team That Paid Its Way By Selling Coffee
Brazilian athletes funded their trip to the 1932 Olympics by selling coffee along the way.
In the Ancient Olympics, Athletes Performed Naked
Athletes competed naked as a tribute to the Greek God Zeus. They wanted to show Zeus their physical power and muscular physique.
Is Montreal Still Paying for the Olympics?
The city didn't pay it off until November 2006 — 30 years after the closing ceremonies.
Hosting the Olympics is a Terrible Investment
The Games are the only type of megaproject where delivery has never been on budget.