Less violent than the gladiators, chariot racing was still an extreme, dangerous sport, in which drivers could die. The teams attracted fierce passions from their supporters. The Circus Maximus ...

Other archaeological evidence uncovered nearby, such as remnants of a circus, point to Colchester as a center for entertainment, including both gladiator battles and chariot races, during the days ...

Gladiators were incredibly popular ... If the contests were being held for official or state reasons, particularly in Rome's Circus Maximus, the day might start with a parade, the pompa circensis.