Cynisca
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Born | Sparta |
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Died | Sparta |
Parents | Archidamus II |
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Siblings | Agesilaus II |
Nephew | Archidamus III |
Job | Athlete |
Date of birth | January 1,5563 |
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ID | 1115329 |
Cynisca Life story
Cynisca or Kyniska was a wealthy Spartan princess. She is famous for being the first woman to win at the Olympic Games, competing in the sport of chariot racing. Cynisca first entered the Olympics in 396 BC, where she won first prize competing with a team of horses she had trained herself.