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Racing and Motorsports Sports
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The first ever Formula 1 race, held in 1950, was won by Giuseppe Farina in a Alfa Romeo. elaborate

Ski Touring Sports
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Ski touring, also known as ski mountaineering, requires specialized equipment, including lightweight skis, climbing skins, and avalanche safety gear. elaborate

Skateboarding Tricks Sports
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The "McTwist," a skateboarding trick, is named after its inventor, Mike McGill. elaborate

Roller Skating Sports
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The first roller skates were invented in the 18th century, and were made of wood and metal. elaborate

Equestrian Vaulting Sports
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Equestrian vaulting is an equestrian sport where athletes perform gymnastics routines on a moving horse. elaborate

Rappelling Cliffs Sports
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Rappelling cliffs often involves a technique called "Z-clipping," where a secondary backup device is attached to the rope in a way that prevents it from sliding past the primary device in case of a failure. elaborate

Rope Skipping Sports
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Rope skipping was a popular form of exercise in ancient Greece and China. elaborate

Sky Diving Sports
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The average skydiving jump lasts about 60 seconds. elaborate

Flag Football Sports
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Flag football's popularity surged in the 1980s and 90s, partly due to its safer, less-contact nature compared to tackle football, making it more accessible to a wider range of participants. elaborate

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