Who invented Track and Field? Track and Field was not invented by a single person, it traces back to the Ancient Greeks in the 776 BC as part of the Olympic Games.

There is no one person credited for inventing the sport of track and field. Rather, it is the country of Greece who started the Olympics which receives the credit. The first organized competition featuring track and field was at the first Ancient Olympics in 776 BC.

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.

Ancient Origins of Track & Field The origins of the sport can be traced all the way back to Ancient Greece – around 776 BC – when they held their first Olympic Games. These games were part of religious festivals which featured different events such as running races, long jump competitions and discus throwing contests.