Draft:Sport in Vatican City
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Sport in Vatican City plays an important role in the culture of the nation. It is used as a way of diplomacy with other nations, bringing the culture of the nation to international attention, and a way of advocating peace.
Historically, sport within the nation has existed since the 1st century, where a race track was built in ancient Rome which is now present day Vatican City. A few centuries later, venues across the nation were used for local sporting events, which have been attended and played by multiple popes. Following the 20th and 21st centuries, more sports organizations have been established by the nation itself and citizens of it to represent the country in local and international tournaments to widen their presence in sport.