What types of games did they play in the

* Olympic Games: The most famous Greek games, held every four years in Olympia in honor of Zeus. Events included track and field, wrestling, boxing, pankration (a mix of wrestling and boxing), horse racing, and more.

* Pythian Games: Held every four years in Delphi in honor of Apollo. Events included music, poetry, dance, drama, and athletics.

* Nemean Games: Held every two years in Nemea in honor of Zeus. Events included track and field, wrestling, boxing, pankration, and equestrian events.

* Isthmian Games: Held every two years in Corinth in honor of Poseidon. Events included track and field, wrestling, boxing, pankration, and chariot racing.

Ancient Rome

* Roman Games: The most important Roman games, held annually in Rome. Events included chariot racing, gladiatorial combat, animal hunts, and more.

* Plebeian Games: Held annually in Rome in honor of the common people. Events included chariot racing, gladiator fights, acrobatics, and stage shows.

* Apollonian Games: Held annually in Rome in honor of Apollo. Events included music, poetry, dance, drama, and athletic competitions.

* Capitoline Games: Held every five years in Rome in honor of Jupiter. Events included horse racing, gladiatorial combat, and theatrical performances.