The Olympic rings hold significant importance in sports, symbolizing the unity and global participation of athletes from around the world. Created by Baron Pierre de Coubertin, the rings represent the five continents—Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe, and Oceania—bringing together nations in a spirit of friendly competition. The colors of the rings, along with the white background, were chosen because at least one of those colors appears on every national flag. The rings embody the ideals of the Olympic Games.