The Rio Olympics are officially underway so what better way to celebrate than to explore the world of sport for this week’s travel theme, starting with a muddy game of tug-of-war, from the not-quite-Rio Sheep Olympics I attended in the wee Irish town of Gorey a while back.
A budding gymnast, or future carny, doing a good job of balancing on a May Day tightrope.
A long jumper on Seattle’s Alki Beach.
I think Olympic swim events would be greatly improved by the inclusion of the doggy paddle.
Canoeing as a commute in Guatemala.
And for the closing shot, how about sailing off into the sunset like this…
If you’re feeling athletic enough for a challenge, how about creating your own version of this theme? If you would like to join in (everyone’s welcome to join in!) here’s what to do:
- Create your own post and title it Travel theme: Sport
- Include a link to this page in your post so others can find it too
- Get your post in by next Thursday, as the new travel theme comes out on Friday (unless, of course, I get locked out again!)
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xxx Ailsa
It’s good sportsmanship to not pick up lost golf balls while they are still rolling. – Mark Twain
I always turn to the sports section first. The sports page records people’s accomplishments; the front page has nothing but man’s failures. – Earl Warren
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Oh this is so good! I love your photos of sports representing Olympic events. I love the idea of dogs being in the swimming events! I’m going to see if I can find some photos too.
Yaay, looking forward to your post, Georgie 🙂
Spot on old sport! Does throwing a few steaks on the barbie count as sport? 😉
You betcha, cobber. 😉
Wha ha ha!! I have a good one prepared for tomorrow morning… may do one for Monday as well! 😉 Loads of fun… this one! But then… aren’t they usually! Thanks!! 😀
Brilliant theme! Love your stunning photos, especially sailing at sunset. :-). Here’s my contribution:
https://cocoaupnorth.wordpress.com/2016/08/06/sport/
https://spiritsights.wordpress.com/2016/08/06/4-salvation/
Awesome photos and theme. I think even me, the most non-sporty girl on earth, could take part in your version of the Olympics. Love it. 🙂
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I racked my brain for a sport as unusual (to most of us) as your tug of war, Ailsa. Then I remembered watching surfers catching waves on Oahu’s North Shore…
https://jaspasjourney.wordpress.com/2016/08/06/catching-big-morning-waves-on-oahus-north-shore/
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Doggy paddle for me too!
And here’s a sporty one from me: https://travelwithintent.com/2016/08/06/sporty-singapore-barclays-asia-trophy/
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spot on indeed.
http://lessywannagohome.blogspot.be/2016/08/when-i-say-jump.html
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This week’s contribution at https://travelrat.wordpress.com/2016/08/07/travel-theme-sport/
A very topical topic Ailsa. I thought it was a tough one but managed to come up with this:
https://lifeincamelot.wordpress.com/2016/08/08/travel-theme-sport/
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Great post! Awesome photos and very informative. I look forward to your next post!
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Doggy paddle sounds great as an Olympic sport, Ailsa! 😀 Love your photos.
Here’s my take on the theme: https://figmentsofadutchess.com/2016/08/09/travel-theme-sport/ – this photo was taken in France.
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Oooo would not mind that doggy paddle, Ailsa…! Here’s my son’s favourite
https://lagottocattleya.wordpress.com/2016/08/09/travel-theme-sport/
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Hi Ailsa, Thanks for another great challenge. Here is my response: https://naomibaltuck.wordpress.com/2016/08/12/the-fish-whisperer/
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I actually read this report and it is very informative.
https://girlwhat.wordpress.com/2016/10/15/inspired-by-99-days-of-ultimate-women/