Belarus – Sports
Sport is very important in Belarus, and Belarians have been participating in International competitions and the Olympics since the early 1950s. There are over 23,000 sports facilities open to the general public (swimming pools, gyms, stadiums, etc.) as well as many world-class sports facilities for professional athletes. The most popular sport in Belarus is Ice Hockey. Other popular sports include track and field, football, gymnastics, skiing, tennis, and swimming
