The Olympic rings represent the following:
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Union of the Five Continents: The rings symbolize the union of the five inhabited continents of the world - Africa, America, Asia, Europe, and Oceania.
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Meeting of Athletes from Throughout the World: The rings also represent the meeting of athletes from throughout the world at the Olympic Games, expressing the activity of the Olympic Movement.
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Internationalism and Inclusivity: The symbol reinforces the idea that the Olympic Movement is international and welcomes all countries of the world to join.
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Fertile Rivalries and Unity: Pierre de Coubertin, the founder of the modern Olympic Games, explained that the rings represent the five parts of the world now won over to Olympism and ready to accept its fertile rivalries, and the six colors combined reproduce those of all nations without exception.
The Olympic rings are a visual representation of the Olympic Movement and its activity, embodying the spirit of international cooperation, competition, and unity.
