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17 Super Weird Discontinued Sports You'll Never Believe Were In The Olympics

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Tug of War lasted for five Olympics. I actually think if they brought this back it would have a cult following similar to that of gymnastics-heads or swimming-heads. The arms... the upper thigh muscles. I hope you're all nodding along with me.

2. Solo Synchronized Swimming (1984-1992)

Synchronized with WHO????????? What the HELL was going on in the late '80s??

3. Lifesaving (1900)

Despite only being in one Olympics, Lifesaving is actually a REAL sport that still takes place today at the World Games.