The Sochi 2014 Winter Olympics were held from February 7 to February 23, 2014, in Sochi, Russia. This event marked the first time the Winter Games were hosted in Russia. Athletes from around the world competed in 15 sports, including skiing, snowboarding, and ice hockey. The games featured 98 events and were attended by over 2,800 athletes from 88 countries. The Sochi 2014 Olympics aimed to showcase Russia's culture and advancements, but they were also marked by controversies, including concerns over human rights and environmental issues surrounding the construction of venues.