Supporting Russian Sports Teams
Supporting Russian Sports Teams No matter if you’re a fan of Russia’s national team or a local team sport, Russia offers incredible opportunities to show off your support. With its rich history of sports, and the Russian Olympic Games of 2014, Russia has been producing world-class athletes for centuries. Here we’ll take a look at the different teams and organizations, their origins, and how their sports have been shaping Russian culture. The History of Russian Sports Teams The roots of Russian sports can be traced all the way back to the 15th century. During this period of time, tsars such as Ivan the Terrible, Peter the Great, and Catherine the Great all promoted physical fitness, encouraging their subjects to play games such as hammer throwing, archery, and wrestling. At the same time, the presence of the military in Russian culture also provided the opportunity for warriors to participate in mock battles, offering the general population a chance to get involved in combat-style co...