Sumo is Japan's national sport, dating back 1,500 years. Judo was created in 1882 by Kano Jigoro for physical and mental strength. Traditional sports like judo and sumo still remain popular
Peteca is a traditional Brazilian sport played with hand shuttlecock. Name comes from Tupian word petek meaning hit with open palm. Originally played as celebration dance, evolved into sporting activity. First petecas were homemade with stones and corn ears
Taekwondo, with origins dating back to 1st century BCE, gained prominence after WWII. Traditional martial arts like Hapkido and Kuk Sool spread worldwide. Football and baseball are most popular sports, with football leading at 25%
Oil wrestling dates back to 2650 BC in Ancient Egypt and Middle East. Persian Empire introduced modern tournaments in 1065 BC. Huns were famous wrestlers who competed in Roman-Hun matches
Rugby originated in England's Rugby school in early 1800s. English football dates back to 1314, with first competitions worldwide. Cricket is considered England's birthplace, with origins dating to 1550 AD. England hosted three Olympic Games but doesn't have national team
Sumo is Japan's national wrestling sport originating from ancient Shinto performances. Only men practice professionally, with simple rules: first exit or touch ground. Matches take place on elevated clay ring covered in sand. No weight restrictions, requiring significant weight gain training