Claim: According to mythology, the first chariot race took place in the Hippodrome of Olympia (situated to the south of the Stadium ) between King Pelops and King Oenomaus of Pisa, where the horse owners are declared as the winners even though they haven't participated in the race.
Evidence: According to mythology, the first chariot race took place in Olympia between King Pelops and King Oenomaus of Pisa. According to Pausanias, it was situated to the south of the Stadium and covered a large area about 600 meters long and 200 meters wide. The owners of the horses were declared winners, they were awarded the wreath and enjoyed all the honors although they did not take part in the race.