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Leonidas of Rhodes
- Leonidas of Rhodes may be the most successful athlete in ancient Olympic history.
- He won 12 gold medals in individual events, a record unmatched for over two millennia.
Arrachion's Last Win
- Arrachion of Phigalia, a champion pancratiast, won a match despite being choked to death.
- He posthumously received the olive crown.
Milo's Ox Training
- Milo of Croton, a six-time Olympic wrestling champion, trained by carrying an ox daily.
- This unique training helped him win wars and become a legendary figure.