Croquet at the Olympics

There was only ever one croquet competition in Olympic Games history, held in 1900 in Paris. France won all events, which is not surprising as mostly French competitors took part. There were three women competing, but they did not win any medals. These were some of the first women to take part in the Olympic Games.

This tournament was also not a success with the spectators. Only one fan watched the events - an Englishman who had traveled from Nice especially for the occasion. No wonder we have not seen this event at the Olympics again.

Results

One Ball Singles: Aumoitte (1st) John (2nd) Waydeliche (3rd), all from France. Aumoitte beat John 21-15 in the final

Aumoitte (1st) John (2nd) Waydeliche (3rd), all from France. Aumoitte beat John 21-15 in the final Doubles : Aumoitte & John, France. No silver or bronze awarded

: Aumoitte & John, France. No silver or bronze awarded Singles - Two Balls: Waydelich (1st) Vignerot (2nd) Sautereau (3rd), all from France

Waydelich (1st) Vignerot (2nd) Sautereau (3rd), all from France Singles Handicap - Two Balls: Vignerot, France

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see also the similar sport Roque which was in the 1904 Games.

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