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Hi guys,
Just came across followin facts and thought of sharing it with you.

Karate actually originated in India, but was developed further in China

Kite flying is a professional sport in Thailand

The game of squash originated in the United Kingdom. It came about after a few boys, who were waiting for their turn to play racquets, knocked a ball around in a confined area adjoining the racquets court.

The sport of surfing originated in Hawaii.

The national sport of Japan is sumo wrestling

The game rugby was originated at Rugby school located in England in 1823. This happened when William Webb Ellis, while playing soccer, picked the ball up in his hands and started running with it.

The sport Lacrosse was initially played by Native American Indians. They played the sport to prepare for war.


Vasaloppet, which is located in Sweden is the oldest, longest, and the biggest cross-country ski race in the world. Every year, 14,000 people compete in the race.

Source:www.amusingfacts.com

Hi, nice information you got here. I am a sport freak ^_^. I play point guard in basketball, pitcher in softball, play spiker in volleyball and forward in soccer. ^_^ well, I could try playing others but those are my main sports. How about you?

thanks for the FYI dude. great for some sport fanatics like myself. at least i know some historical background.

thanks for the share..nice article, great for sport lovers like us..cheers!!

You got a nice topic there dude. I'm also sports addict. I play billiard, volleyball, table tennis, chess and last but not least my favorite sport, Basketball. I really master the game and have ankle breaking moves and fantastic pass skills. Do you want to play Basketball?

thanks a lot for the good share..nice article, very well written! i am glad that i came across with your post! thanks!