Always among the most exciting events at the Olympics, track events include any foot race that tests a runner's speed. This introductory guide gives a brief outline of each of the Olympic events listed below along with fun facts, Olympic stats, and outstanding competitors. Sports include
• 100-meters
• 200-meters
• 400-metrers
• 4 x 100-meters relay
• 4 x 400-meters relay
• 800-meters
• 1,500-meters
• short-sprint hurdles
• 400-meters hurdles
• steeplechase
• 5,000-meters
• 10,000-meters
• walking races
• marathon