Summer Olympics Crossword

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Across
  1. 2. A sport in which competitors use swords to score points.
  2. 5. A large sports arena where athletic events are held.
  3. 7. A person who trains and competes in sports.
  4. 9. A track-and-field competition made up of ten different events.
  5. 10. A person who wins first place in a competition.
  6. 11. A sport in which athletes race on bicycles.
  7. 14. A track-and-field event where a long spear is thrown for distance.
  8. 16. An Olympic sport involving horse riding competitions.
  9. 17. A raised platform where winning athletes stand to receive medals.
Down
  1. 1. A race in which teammates take turns running and passing a baton.
  2. 3. An athlete who wins a gold, silver, or bronze medal.
  3. 4. An international sporting event held every four years.
  4. 5. A short-distance race run at maximum speed.
  5. 6. A long-distance running race of about 26.2 miles.
  6. 8. The ceremonial flame carried before and during the Olympic Games.
  7. 12. A sport featuring routines that require strength, balance, and flexibility.
  8. 13. A water sport where athletes move boats using oars.
  9. 15. A special event held to celebrate or mark an important occasion.