Competition links an athlete to the specific tournament where they actually made their name. Wikipedia notes Pele "won three FIFA World Cup titles - in 1958, 1962, and 1970 - becoming the only player to do so." This dimension gathers every athlete who competed in the same named competition.
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Defining CharacteristicGymnastics is a group of sports that includes physical exercises requiring balance, strength, flexibility, agility, coordination, artistry and endurance. 1 Competition
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1. Wikipedia: Gymnastics
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Gymnastics is a group of sports that includes physical exercises requiring balance, strength, flexibility, agility, coordination, artistry and endurance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why are gymnasts and weightlifters grouped in the same athlete category?
Both are judged on a single measured or scored performance rather than on defeating an opponent directly.
This subcategory groups athletes who competed in gymnastics or weightlifting, individual sports judged on a single measured or scored physical performance rather than on defeating an opponent directly. Combat sport athletes, who compete by defeating an opponent, are grouped separately under Combat Sports.