This dimension places an athlete in the years they were actually competing. Wikipedia notes Pele "began playing for the Brazilian club Santos at age 15" and continued until "after retiring in 1977," a career spanning more than two decades. Browsing by active era sets an athlete alongside the rivals who were competing during the same period.
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Defining CharacteristicWinter sports or winter activities are competitive sports or non-competitive recreational activities which are played on snow or ice. 1 Active Era
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1. Wikipedia: Winter sport
WikipediaWinter sport, Introduction sectionQuote, Winter sport, Introduction section
Winter sports or winter activities are competitive sports or non-competitive recreational activities which are played on snow or ice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are figure skaters grouped under this Winter Sports athlete category?
No. Figure and speed skaters are grouped under Ice Skating Sports, since this category is reserved for snow-surface skiers.
This subcategory groups athletes who competed in alpine or Nordic skiing, the snow-surface skiing disciplines. Ice-surface winter sport athletes are excluded: ice hockey players are grouped under Hockey Codes, and figure and speed skaters are grouped under Ice Skating Sports.