Olympic Sports Wordsearch
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Olympic Sports Wordsearch
Ten Olympic sports and events are hiding in the grid. Gold awaits those who find them all.
Olympic Sports Wordsearch
Introduction
This free Olympic sports wordsearch hides ten events and disciplines from the Games in a 12x12 grid. Somewhere among the letters you will find HEPTATHLON, DRESSAGE, BIATHLON, JAVELIN, TRIATHLON, EPEE, SKELETON, VELODROME, CANOE and POMMEL. Your job is to track them all down.
Words can run in any direction including diagonally, so search every corner of the grid carefully. Drag or swipe across the letters to make your selection, and each sport highlights the moment you find it. The Reveal Solution toggle is there if you need a hand.
The puzzle works on any device with no download and no account needed. It makes a great activity for sports fans, Olympics enthusiasts and anyone who enjoys a satisfying word puzzle.
FAQ
How do I play the Olympic sports wordsearch?
Tap or click on the first letter of a word and drag to the last letter. If the word is on the list, it highlights and is crossed off automatically. Words can run in any direction, including diagonally and backwards, so take your time searching the whole grid.
What are the 10 Olympic sports to find?
The words are HEPTATHLON, DRESSAGE, BIATHLON, JAVELIN, TRIATHLON, EPEE, SKELETON, VELODROME, CANOE and POMMEL, covering track and field, equestrian, winter sports, water sports and gymnastics.
What is the heptathlon?
The heptathlon is a combined women's athletics event consisting of seven disciplines contested over two days: the 100 metres hurdles, high jump, shot put and 200 metres on day one, followed by the long jump, javelin and 800 metres on day two. Points are awarded for each event and the athlete with the highest total wins.
What is skeleton in the Winter Olympics?
Skeleton is a sliding sport in which competitors race head-first down a narrow ice track on a small sled, reaching speeds of over 130 kilometres per hour. It is one of three sliding sports at the Winter Games alongside luge and bobsleigh, and takes its name from the bare, bone-like appearance of the original sleds.
Can I use the Reveal Solution option?
Yes. Toggle the Reveal Solution switch above the grid at any time to see where all the remaining sports are hiding. There is no penalty for using it.
Does the wordsearch work on mobile?
Yes. The puzzle is built for touchscreens as well as mouse and keyboard. Swipe across the letters to select a word, just as you would drag with a mouse on desktop.
Is this wordsearch free?
Completely free, with no login, no download and no time limit.
Are there other free puzzles on Quiz-Zing?
Yes. The puzzles section includes free wordsearches for Greek Mythology, Shakespeare, Musical Instruments, Cocktails, Coffee and more, all playable online without an app.