Always among the most exciting events at the Olympics, track events include any foot race that tests a runner's speed. This introductory guide gives a brief outline of each of the Olympic events listed below along with fun facts, Olympic stats, and outstanding competitors. Sports include - 100-meters - 200-meters - 400-metrers - 4 x 100-meters relay - 4 x 400-meters relay - 800-meters - 1,500-meters - short-sprint hurdles - 400-meters hurdles - steeplechase - 5,000-meters - 10,000-meters - walking races - marathon
| ISBN: | 9780778740353 |
| Publication date: | 15th March 2008 |
| Author: | Jason Page |
| Publisher: | Crabtree Classics an imprint of Crabtree Publishing Company |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 32 pages |
| Series: | Olympic Sports |
| Genres: |
Children’s / Teenage general interest: Athletics and gymnastics |