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The 2018 Winter Olympics took place in PyeongChang, South Korea, from 9 February to 25 February 2018. A total of 7 sports were included in these Games, encompassing 102 events across 7 disciplines. The Winter Olympics focus on sports practiced on snow and ice, making them unique from the Summer Olympics.

These 15 sports included skiing, snowboarding, ice hockey, figure skating, speed skating, curling, bobsleigh, luge, skeleton, biathlon, and others. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) ensures that the sports included reflect both global interest and adherence to the Olympic values of excellence, friendship, and respect. PyeongChang 2018 also introduced new events like big air snowboarding and mixed team alpine skiing to attract younger audiences and enhance the excitement of the Games.

The Winter Olympics bring together athletes from countries with winter climates, creating a platform for competition, cultural exchange, and international unity. In 2018, over 2,900 athletes from 92 National Olympic Committees (NOCs) participated. South Korea, as the host nation, showcased its hospitality, advanced infrastructure, and ability to host large-scale global sporting events successfully.

Key Facts about the 2018 Winter Olympics:

• Host City: PyeongChang, South Korea


• Event Dates: 9 February – 25 February 2018


• Number of Sports: 15


• Disciplines: 7


• Events: 102


• Participating Nations: 92


• Number of Athletes: Over 2,900


• New Events Added: Big Air Snowboarding, Mixed Team Alpine Skiing

The 2018 Winter Olympics in PyeongChang successfully combined traditional winter sports with new events, providing a memorable platform for athletes and fans worldwide, while highlighting South Korea's capabilities as a host nation.