When was the first Olympics? What sports were played then?

Answer 1

The first modern Olympics started on April 6, 1896*, and went on to April 15, 1896, and the first Olympic games in 1500 years were held in Athens, Greece. With some fourteen nations and and estimated 241 athletes (all male) participating in 43 events in nine sports (Aquatics, Athletics, Cycling, Fencing, Gymnastics, Shooting, Tennis, Weightlifting, and Wrestling). Called the Games of the I Olympiad, they were officially opened by George I of Greece after being banned in 393 AD by the Roman emperor Theodosius I.

Answer 2

at Athens in 1896 - restricted only to male competitors ...