29.07.2024. On 26 July, France welcomed the world’s most iconic athletic competition, exactly 100 years after they were first disputed in Paris. Founded in Greece eight centuries before the current era, the games have evolved over time to express the values of ‘effort’, ‘excellence’, ‘respect’, ‘human dignity’, ‘harmony’ and ‘friendship’. Here are 5 things our certified wood products have in common with the world’s most famous sports games.