Basic concepts of sport

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Sport has a long history dating back to ancient Greece and Rome. It has evolved from informal play to organized competitions with established rules and governing bodies. Sports are a form of play that involve competition determined by physical skill, strategy, or chance. They are characterized as free, separate from ordinary life, uncertain in outcome, non-productive, and governed by agreed upon rules. The institutionalization of sport led to the codification of specific rules for each sport as well as the establishment of referees, records, organizations, and spectating audiences. Sports aesthetics can be found in the physical form and dramatic performances of athletes. Fair play and adherence to agreed upon rules are important aspects of sport ethics.