We will be in Guadalajara until tomorrow, participating in the Youth World Boxing Championships. This inaugural event aims to increase interest in the sport among young people, and to spread the importance of Olympic Values, one of the goals of the Rio 2016 bid. The competition is being attended by 359 new athletes from 68 countries. Events of this type are always enriching as we have the opportunity to exchange new ideas and learn from our colleagues around the world.
We have spoken with representatives of the International Boxing Federation (AIBA), and with some famous names in boxing. There is a great curiosity about our bid and that is making all the difference. We have been sought out by competitors who want to know the details of our 2007 Rio Pan American Games experience and what we are presenting in our plans for Rio 2016.
The organizing committee of this Guadalajara championship is the same that will organize the 2011 Pan American Games. This current event is considered a test run. The new López Mateos Arena can hold 3,450 spectators and will host artistic and rhythmic gymnastics competitions during the next Pan American Games.
10.28.2008
10.14.2008
Pelé is back in Mexico to take part in Rio 2016 Campaign Presentation
The King of football arrived in Acapulco, on Friday, to join our team. Three-time world champion with the Brazilian football team in Mexico 1970 Pelé is to take part in the first official presentation of Rio de Janeiro’s campaign to host the 2016 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Rio’s project details will be presented to PASO General Assembly next Saturday.
“I won an important victory in Mexico with football and I’m sure we are on the way to making history again. We are united and working hard to bring the Olympic Games to South America for the first time. Our time has come and I really believe in this project. I travel a lot and I know that people love Brazil and Rio de Janeiro. We will welcome everybody in 2016 with great joy, but also with excellent infrastructure”, Pelé said.
“I won an important victory in Mexico with football and I’m sure we are on the way to making history again. We are united and working hard to bring the Olympic Games to South America for the first time. Our time has come and I really believe in this project. I travel a lot and I know that people love Brazil and Rio de Janeiro. We will welcome everybody in 2016 with great joy, but also with excellent infrastructure”, Pelé said.
10.02.2008
The second day
At the opening session of the second day of the VI World Forum on Sport, Education and Culture, in Busan, South Korea, IOC Committee chairman Mr. Zhenliang He underlined the message that sport aims at youth physical, mental and social education.
Mr. Essar Gabriel, who is heading the Youth Olympic Games, presented the basic concept of the first edition of the event, to be held in Singapore, in 2010. The mission of the JOJ is to educate and encourage youths to take part in sport and play an active role in their communities. In this context, the Olympic values should act as catalysts of sport, cultural and educational efforts.
The Youth Olympic Games are not only intended to bring the best young athletes together, but also to reach communities all over the world while sharing and celebrating the different cultures from around the world in a festive atmosphere. The event is also targeted at presenting a powerful introduction to Olympism, increasing sport awareness and youth participation.
The Youth Olympic Games will have a 4-year Olympic cycle and will count on the participation of athletes aged 14-18 years. Non-athlete participation (officials, journalists, organizers, etc.) will also be encouraged. A total of approximately 3,500 competitors and 875 official teams will take part in the event.
Mr. Essar Gabriel, who is heading the Youth Olympic Games, presented the basic concept of the first edition of the event, to be held in Singapore, in 2010. The mission of the JOJ is to educate and encourage youths to take part in sport and play an active role in their communities. In this context, the Olympic values should act as catalysts of sport, cultural and educational efforts.
The Youth Olympic Games are not only intended to bring the best young athletes together, but also to reach communities all over the world while sharing and celebrating the different cultures from around the world in a festive atmosphere. The event is also targeted at presenting a powerful introduction to Olympism, increasing sport awareness and youth participation.
The Youth Olympic Games will have a 4-year Olympic cycle and will count on the participation of athletes aged 14-18 years. Non-athlete participation (officials, journalists, organizers, etc.) will also be encouraged. A total of approximately 3,500 competitors and 875 official teams will take part in the event.
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