The Olympic Rings are a symbol of the Olympic Games, representing the unity of the five continents: Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe, and Oceania. Designed by Pierre de Coubertin in 1913, the rings consist of five interlocking circles, colored blue, yellow, black, green, and red on a white background. This design signifies the coming together of athletes from around the world to compete in various sports. Each color of the rings, along with the white background, was chosen because at least one of these colors appears on the flag of every nation participating in the Olympics. The rings are prominently displayed during the Olympic Games, serving as a reminder of the spirit of international friendship and competition.