The first recorded competitive canoe sprint race took place at the British Royal Canoe Club in 1869. Canoe and kayak races feature on the Olympic Games programme, each with its own specific rules.

Strength, endurance, power and strategy are therefore essential. Water polo is one of the oldest team sports at the modern Olympic Games, as it was added to the programme at the same time as rugby in ...

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