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7 fact-checked facts about sportsmanship, fair play and respect in sport, each with the reason behind it. 5 more are in today's round and join this page after it closes.

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The basics

What does fair play mean?

AnswerFollowing the rules and treating others fairly

Fair play means honesty and respect.

What is a referee's main role?

AnswerEnforce the rules of the game

Referees keep the game fair and safe.

Going deeper

Who founded the modern Olympic movement in 1894?

AnswerPierre de Coubertin

Coubertin founded the IOC in 1894.

In golf, players are traditionally expected to do what?

AnswerCall penalties on themselves

Golf relies heavily on players' honesty.

The Olympic creed says the most important thing is not to win but to do what?

AnswerTake part

The creed stresses participation and effort.

Expert level

The Olympic Oath was first taken by an athlete at which Games?

Answer1920 Antwerp

Belgian fencer Victor Boin took the first athletes' oath in 1920.

In ultimate frisbee, who usually officiates games?

AnswerThe players themselves

Ultimate relies on the Spirit of the Game and self-refereeing.

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