The earliest known record of track and field dates back to 776 BC when it is believed that the first ever Olympic Games were held in Olympia, Greece.

Track and Field originated in Greece, specifically in the Olympic Games in 776 BC where they featured running, jumping and throwing events.

Track and field has been around since the start of the Olympics in Ancient Greece in 776 B.C. It was created alongside religious events and celebrations for the Greek gods where men (no women were allowed) could show off their athletic abilities.

Track and field originated in Greece. The sport premiered as the sole event of the ancient Olympics, the first edition of which was held in 776 BC.

The roots of track and field, or athletics, may be traced back to the first ancient Olympic Games, held in 776 B.C. in the valley of Olympia on the southwestern coast of the Greek peninsula.