huolympics1-2, Exercise 3: Early strengths

Model answer:

Swimming: the Danube and a growing number of Budapest clubs, beginning with Hajós.
Fencing, especially sabre: a tradition from military and aristocratic training in the monarchy, with strong coaching and clubs.
Athletics (for example the discus in 1900): individual champions from city clubs.
Also wrestling and shooting, with similar club traditions.

The reasons are suggestions, not proofs, and details should be checked.