Track and field events are among the oldest of all sporting competition
1. Track vs. Field Events: Track events include races like sprints and marathons on a running track, while field events involve jumping and throwing.
2. Olympics: The first Olympic race in 776 B.C. was 600 feet long, quite different from today's standard 400-meter track.
3. Largest Championship: The World Athletics Championships is the largest track and field event outside the Olympics, featuring athletes from around the globe.
4. Masters Athletics: Masters Athletics Meets start at age 35 to 95, with participants organized into five-year age categories. They promote lifelong sports with events like the World Masters Athletics Championships.
