The Evolution of Extreme Sports

Skateboarding was the first sport to be included in the X Games in 1995, marking a significant step for the global recognition of extreme sports.

Skateboarding was popularized by its street culture and was widely practiced in the 1980s, especially with the rise of the 'Gator' and 'Z-Boys'.

Motocross involves riders performing stunts and tricks on motorized bikes, either on tracks or in freestyle events.

Vert Skating tricks performed in vertical ramps or bowls are a defining aspect of this extreme sport, with competitive events focusing on performance.

Base jumping involves jumping off fixed objects, such as cliffs or bridges, and deploying a parachute to land safely.

Snowboarding and surfing share similar techniques, making the combination sport of 'Kiteboarding' a popular hybrid for thrill-seekers.

Downhill longboarding is an extreme sport where participants race downhill at high speeds on a skateboard.

Snowboarding was introduced to the Winter Olympics in 1998, becoming a major milestone for extreme sports.

Skydiving is often called the "King of All Extreme Sports" because it embodies the ultimate thrill—jumping out of an airplane at altitudes of 10,000–15,000 feet (or even higher) and free-falling before deploying a parachute.

Mountaineering is widely considered the first extreme sport to be officially recognized. It dates back centuries but was formally established as a sport in the 19th century, particularly with the founding of the Alpine Club in 1857 (the world's first mountaineering club).