Olympic Societies meet in Paris as new Coubertin translation unveiled
A new Arabic translation of Baron Pierre de Coubertin’s writings has been presented at a meeting of ISOH members, the International Pierre de Coubertin (IPCC) Committee, the International Fair […]
Historic Triple for Jung and Celebrations for British
It was highly appropriate that the Princess Royal should present the team gold medal in eventing to Great Britain on a day when Germany’s individual Champion Michael Jung also wrote a little history. The Princess, an […]
“Sleight-of-Hand,” One-off Ceremony.
On paper, the concept was ultra-ambitious and likely to shatter traditions. For the Olympics returning to the city where a revival for the Modern era was suggested and put into action, it seemed like a fitting homecoming party after an absence of 100 years. […]
Do You Hear the People Sing?
At the climax of a truly unforgettable night, French Olympic heroes Teddy Riner from judo and athlete Marie-Jose Perec carried the final Torches. Triple Olympic champions both, they set the seal on what proved to be a truly unforgettable spectacle, despite heavy rain […]
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