Gentleman Sports

"Gentleman sports" typically refers to sports or activities that emphasize fair play, sportsmanship, and adherence to rules and etiquette. It indicates a sense of honour and integrity associated with the participants are as important as winning. 

I have chosen to try sports with a long international tradition and historical background of being played by gentleman. Historically, sports such as boxing, wrestling and fencing have been considered "gentleman sports" due to their long-standing traditions of etiquette and respect for opponents. Participants were from all social classes, including the monarchy. The physical activity that developed into sports had links to war and entertainment. 

Many ancient civilizations engaged in sports. Ancient Greece held the Olympic Games starting in 776BC, with sporting events such as running and wrestling. The Romans had their own version of the Olympics, which including gladiator contests and chariot racing. 

Sports can develop individual and team skills in order to evolve into a Gentleman. From being used to measure individuals physical fitness and how useful they could be for military service, to entertaining the masses. Sports has a deep rooted history of how it mirrors the society the surrounds it.