The rings were introduced in 1913, according to the International Olympic Committee. In the center of a white background, the rings appear, from left to right, in blue, yellow, black, green and red.

The Olympic symbol, five interlaced rings of equal dimensions, on a white background, is one of the most iconic logos in sport. Here, we take a look at the story behind the rings and their meaning.

For example, the area covered by the rings contained in an Olympic emblem can’t exceed one-third of the total area of the emblem, and the rings must be presented in their entirety.

The rings were introduced in 1913, according to the International Olympic Committee. In the center of a white background, the rings appear in the order of blue, yellow, black, green and red.

Here's what the five rings of the Olympic symbol represent, as well as when the next Summer Olympics will start and where they will take place.

The rings were introduced in 1913, according to the International Olympic Committee. In the center of a white background, the rings appear in the order of blue, yellow, black, green and red.

The rings were introduced in 1913, according to the International Olympic Committee. In the center of a white background, the rings appear in the order of blue, yellow, black, green and red.

The rings were introduced in 1913, according to the International Olympic Committee. In the center of a white background, the rings appear in the order of blue, yellow, black, green and red. The ...

The rings were introduced in 1913, according to the International Olympic Committee. In the center of a white background, the rings appear in the order of blue, yellow, black, green and red.

The rings were introduced in 1913, according to the International Olympic Committee. In the center of a white background, the rings appear in the order of blue, yellow, black, green and red.