Multiple choice general knowledge sports

Initially, women weren't allowed to participate in the Games. However, women could win the Olympic prize. In which event was this possible?

  1. Trumpeting

  2. Pankration

  3. Stade race

  4. Chariot racing
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D Correct answer
Explanation

In ancient Olympic Games, women were barred from competing but could win prizes as owners of chariot teams. The actual charioteers were often professionals or slaves, but the owner received the victory wreath. Cynisca, a Spartan princess, became the first woman to win the Olympic chariot race in 396 BC.

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