The Olympics are some of the most important sporting events in the world, as every country comes together and competes for the top spot in some truly healthy competition. The world goes in a hiatus while the games begin, and everyone tunes in to their televisions to watch their favorite sports and sports stars. However, there are a lot of oddball sports that many people enjoy on a regular basis, but they will never, ever make it into the Olympics. Here are 6 such sports that you simply won’t find anyone going for the gold in.
5. Pigeon Racing
5. Pigeon Racing
Pigeon Racing is basically what it sounds like. Those who who take part in the sport are specially trained, as are their racing pigeons. After racing for extended periods of time and lengths, the pigeons will return home without a problem.
4. Barefoot Water Skiing
4. Barefoot Water Skiing
Water Skiing is immensely fun, but doing it barefoot has to be a little bit painful for those dumb enough to try. The sport originated in Cypress Gardens, Florida, back in 1947. Today, a lot of other techniques, including jumps, have been introduced.
3. Underwater Hockey
3. Underwater Hockey
Underwater Hockey is a non-contact sport that features two sports teams working to push a puck across the swimming pool to achieve a goal. Players, of course, wear diving masks, fins, and a snorkel in order to partake in the sport.
2. Skysurfing
2. Skysurfing
Jumping out of an airplane is a lot of fun, but doing it with a a snowboard attached to your feet turns it into an intense sport known as skysurfing. The individual must perform acrobatics while they are in free-fall.
1. Competitive Eating
1. Competitive Eating
Competitive Eating has become rather famous as of late. The sport includes eating massive quantities of food in the shortest time period as possible. Most people accomplish their goal within 15 minutes or less.
