The London 2012 Olympic Games start in 50 days . Another sop to the soft-hearted 21st-century modern man is the option of using straw to pad your socks and hopefully cushion the blows . The English Derby are an ancient competition which dates back to 1612 . Shin - kicking is the main sport at the Olimpicks , which take place in England . The competition is much the same as it was when it was first competed 100 years ago .
The London 2012 Olympic Games start in 50 days . The English Derby are an ancient competition which dates back to 1612 . Shin - kicking is the main sport at the Olimpicks , which take place in England . The competition is much the same as it was when it was first competed 100 years ago .