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What is the official motto of the Olympic Games, coined by Pierre de Coubertin?

  • Citius, Altius, Fortius

  • Faster, Higher, Stronger

  • Unity, Friendship, Peace

  • Excellence, Friendship, Respect

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The official motto of the Olympic Games is "Citius, Altius, Fortius," which is Latin for "Faster, Higher, Stronger." Pierre de Coubertin coined this motto to represent the ideals of the Olympic movement.
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