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What do the five Olympic rings stand for?

Confirmed Olympics · Verified 2026-10-31 · WWV-TV-SG-004

Answer

Five regions of the world united by sport

Pierre de Coubertin's emblem is often said to match continents, though the official wording is less specific.

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