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.
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