The men’s tournament of Handball at the 2016 Summer Olympics at Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, began on 7 August and ended on 21 August 2016. Games were held at the Future Arena. Denmark won their first gold medal, defeating defending champion France 28–26 in the final.
Which country won their first gold medal in handball at the 2016 Summer Olympics?
France won the Olympic men’s handball gold medal Saturday after beating Denmark 25-23 in the final, gaining a measure of revenge for defeat to the Danes in the gold medal game in 2016.
What country is best at handball?
2019
Top Positions | People Per Point | |
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1 | Norway | 22555 |
2 | Denmark | 32004 |
3 | Croatia | 76930 |
4 | Sweden | 93346 |
Which country invented handball?
The fast-paced modern team game of handball was first played towards the end of the 19th century in Scandinavia and Germany. Field handball was first recognised at the turn of the century, and G. Wallström introduced the sport of “handball” to Sweden in 1910.
What is the national game of all Country?
National Games of Different Countries
List of Countries and their National Games | ||
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Name of Countries | National Games in the World | Other Important Games |
Bermuda | Cricket (DeFacto) | Football, Rugby and Tennis |
Bhutan | Archery (DeJure – 1971) | Basketball, football, futsal |
Brazil | Capoeira (DeJure – 1972) | Volleyball and Basketball |