Arichion of Phigaleia competed as a fighter in the sport of pankration—also spelled pancratium—during the Olympic Games of 564 BCE, reckoned the 54th Olympiad by the historian, Eusebius (c. 260-339 CE). Arichion was a heavy favorite, as he had won the event two times prior. But victory is never certain, especially for an aging athlete. … Continue reading The Posthumous Olympic Victory Of Arichion of Phigaleia