Safety first approach is big Winter Olympics winner
2 years, 9 months ago

Safety first approach is big Winter Olympics winner

China Daily  

Workers disinfect the stadium before the men's ice hockey final between Finland and the Russian Olympic Committee. Drawing on the experience of Beijing 2022, the customs authority in Chengdu said recently it would set up a special lane at ports of entry for participants in events and would also add more monitoring equipment. Yin said several new devices to monitor health and sanitize environments and objects were produced during the Winter Olympics and are expected to be used at other events in the future. The success of Beijing 2022 has shown that with correct measures in place, it is safe to hold sporting events," she said. Juan Antonio Samaranch Jr., chairman of the IOC Coordination Commission for Beijing 2022, said he was impressed with China's thorough preparations to ensure safety and deal with emergencies during the pandemic.

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Beijing all set for winter thrills
1 month ago

Beijing all set for winter thrills

China Daily  

A series of international winter sports events will, again, bring Beijing's Olympic venues to life with sledders, skaters, skiers and snowboarders vying for World Cup titles and Olympic ranking points. Nine international events, covering seven ice and snow disciplines, are scheduled over the next four months, keeping the legacy of Beijing 2022 alive almost three years on from the Winter …

Beijing all set for winter thrills
1 month ago

Beijing all set for winter thrills

China Daily  

A series of international winter sports events will, again, bring Beijing's Olympic venues to life with sledders, skaters, skiers and snowboarders vying for World Cup titles and Olympic ranking points. Nine international events, covering seven ice and snow disciplines, are scheduled over the next four months, keeping the legacy of Beijing 2022 alive almost three years on from the Winter …

Beijing all set for winter thrills
1 month ago

Beijing all set for winter thrills

China Daily  

A series of international winter sports events will, again, bring Beijing's Olympic venues to life with sledders, skaters, skiers and snowboarders vying for World Cup titles and Olympic ranking points. Nine international events, covering seven ice and snow disciplines, are scheduled over the next four months, keeping the legacy of Beijing 2022 alive almost three years on from the Winter …

Beijing all set for winter thrills
1 month ago

Beijing all set for winter thrills

China Daily  

A series of international winter sports events will, again, bring Beijing's Olympic venues to life with sledders, skaters, skiers and snowboarders vying for World Cup titles and Olympic ranking points. "Beijing's rich legacy in facilities and organizational expertise from the 2022 Winter Olympics has made the city more than competent to continue playing host to these international events," said Ge …

Beijing all set for winter thrills
1 month ago

Beijing all set for winter thrills

China Daily  

A series of international winter sports events will, again, bring Beijing's Olympic venues to life with sledders, skaters, skiers and snowboarders vying for World Cup titles and Olympic ranking points. Nine international events, covering seven ice and snow disciplines, are scheduled over the next four months, keeping the legacy of Beijing 2022 alive almost three years on from the Winter …

National Winter Games put icing on Olympic legacy
9 months, 3 weeks ago

National Winter Games put icing on Olympic legacy

China Daily  

Thousands of people enjoy themselves on the waterfront of the Hanjiang River, a major tributary of the Yangtze River, in Wuhan, the capital of Hubei province, on Saturday after several days of heavy snowfall across the city. CHEN ZHUO/FOR CHINA DAILY Taking advantage of the Beijing 2022 Olympics' legacy, the 14th National Winter Games have delivered another huge boost to …

Asia's global sporting influence highlighted
1 year, 2 months ago

Asia's global sporting influence highlighted

China Daily  

Huge attention Abdul Halim Bin Kader, president of the Asian SepakTakraw Federation, said: "This sport is very fashionable. Esports was included for the first time as a demonstration sport at the 2018 Asian Games in Indonesia, with China winning two gold medals and one silver. This year in Hangzhou, it debuted as an official medal sport, featuring seven competitions — …

Asian Games 2023: Showcasing the past, using the future in the present
1 year, 3 months ago

Asian Games 2023: Showcasing the past, using the future in the present

The Hindu  

The pride of the past and the might of the future converging in the present in a spectacle grand enough to put any doubts on China’s ability to put on a show to rest – the opening ceremony of the 19th Asian Games here was as much about China showcasing itself in a post-Covid era as the much-delayed Games and …

Lots of dignitaries but no real fireworks — only electronic flash — as the Asian Games open
1 year, 3 months ago

Lots of dignitaries but no real fireworks — only electronic flash — as the Asian Games open

Associated Press  

HANGZHOU, China — The opening ceremony of the Asian Games on Saturday in China offered all the staples of a major international sports event. Delayed for a year by the pandemic, the Asian Games are China’s largest sports event since the country scrapped its zero-COVID-19 policy early in the year. “Through the window of Hangzhou Asian Games, people around the …

One more year: On the postponement of Hangzhou Asian Games
2 years, 7 months ago

One more year: On the postponement of Hangzhou Asian Games

The Hindu  

In recent times, sport seemed to be breathing easy despite COVID-19’s long shadow. Yet, a surprising full stop has sprung up in a multi-disciplinary continental event with the postponement of the Asian Games at Hangzhou in China. Scheduled to be held in September, the Asian Games needs a fresh window and the speculation is that like the Tokyo Olympics, which …

Asian Games in China postponed due to COVID-19 fears
2 years, 7 months ago

Asian Games in China postponed due to COVID-19 fears

The Hindu  

May 06, 2022 12:21 pm | Updated 06:54 pm IST - Hong Kong The Asian Games that were set to be held in the Chinese city of Hangzhou in September have been postponed, organisers said on Friday, as China continues to battle a spread of COVID-19 cases. The Olympic Council of Asia said, following a meeting with the Chinese Olympic …

Asian Games Postponed Until Further Announcement Amid COVID Surge In China: Report
2 years, 7 months ago

Asian Games Postponed Until Further Announcement Amid COVID Surge In China: Report

ABP News  

New Delhi: The 2022 Asian Games scheduled to be held in China has been postponed, reported news agency AFP, citing Chinese media. #UPDATE The Asian Games due to take place in Hangzhou in September have been postponed until an unspecified date, Chinese state media report, citing the Olympic Council of Asia. No reason was given for the delay but the …

Hangzhou Asian Games postponed until 2023 due to Covid-19 crisis
2 years, 7 months ago

Hangzhou Asian Games postponed until 2023 due to Covid-19 crisis

India Today  

The Asian Games 2022, which were scheduled to be held in September in the Chinese city of Hangzhou, has been postponed until 2023 due to Covid-19 pandemic. "Following detailed discussions with the Chinese Olympic Committee and the Hangzhou Asian Games Organising Committee, the OCA Executive Board today decided to postpone the 19th Asian Games, which were scheduled to be held …

Australia Says It Won't Send Athletes to Asian Games in China
2 years, 7 months ago

Australia Says It Won't Send Athletes to Asian Games in China

News 18  

Australia said Sunday it will not be sending athletes to this year’s Asian Games in Hangzhou, China. IPL 2022 – FULL COVERAGE | SCHEDULE | RESULTS | ORANGE CAP | PURPLE CAP | POINTS TABLE The Olympic Council of Asia had invited a total of 300 athletes and 150 support staff from nations in Oceania to participate for the first …

Call on India's Asian Games participation after feedback from host nation China amid Covid crisis: Anurag Thakur
2 years, 7 months ago

Call on India's Asian Games participation after feedback from host nation China amid Covid crisis: Anurag Thakur

India Today  

India's Sports Minister Anurag Thakur on Saturday said a final call on India's Asian Games participation will be taken after understanding how well hosts China are prepared to stage the continental event. The Asian Games are all set to be held in Hangzhou from September 10 to 25 but speculation is rife that the Games are set to be postponed …

Olympic Council hopeful Asian Games will go ahead despite China’s Covid lockdown
2 years, 8 months ago

Olympic Council hopeful Asian Games will go ahead despite China’s Covid lockdown

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our …

Olympic Council of Asia Confident Asian Games Will Go Ahead in September: Official
2 years, 8 months ago

Olympic Council of Asia Confident Asian Games Will Go Ahead in September: Official

News 18  

The Olympic Council of Asia has requested an update from Beijing on the COVID-19 situation in China but remains confident the Asian Games will go ahead in Hangzhou in September, a senior official at the body told Reuters on Monday. The 19th edition of the multi-sports Games, second in size only to the Summer Olympics, is scheduled to take place …

China says Asian Games venues have been completed
2 years, 8 months ago

China says Asian Games venues have been completed

The Hindu  

Venues for the Asian Games have been completed six months before the eastern Chinese city of Hangzhou hosts athletes from across the region, organisers said Friday. “Functional checks for the events have been finished,” the statement said, adding several Games villages and over 30 training venues have also been built. “Most of our energy is going towards preparatory work for …

China's ice and snow industry shows promise in wake of Winter Olympics
2 years, 9 months ago

China's ice and snow industry shows promise in wake of Winter Olympics

China Daily  

The National Cross-Country Skiing Center located in Chongli distrct in Zhangjiakou, North China's Hebei province, Feb 9, 2022. The Beijing 2022 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games offer huge market potential for China's ice and snow industry, despite the global economy still reeling from COVID-19. Upgrading of host cities Chongli, a district in Zhangjiakou city of Hebei province, staged most of …

Beijing Winter Paralympics open after athlete ban controversy
2 years, 9 months ago

Beijing Winter Paralympics open after athlete ban controversy

Al Jazeera  

International Olympic Committee called on sporting federations to exclude Russian and Belarusian athletes after Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine. Athletes paraded through Beijing’s national stadium as the Winter Paralympics opened after a storm of controversy surrounding the banning of Russian and Belarusian athletes due to Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine. But on Friday, focus returned to the competition as Chinese President Xi …

Safety first approach is big Winter Olympics winner
2 years, 9 months ago

Safety first approach is big Winter Olympics winner

China Daily  

Volunteers sanitize reporters' hands at the media center. Editor's note: In a series of reports titled "Legacies of the Games", China Daily explores changes brought to the country by the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics. Beijing's efforts to combat pandemic attract widespread praise The Winter Olympics flame was extinguished in Beijing on Feb 20, capping Games that will be remembered not …

Safety first approach is big Winter Olympics winner
2 years, 9 months ago

Safety first approach is big Winter Olympics winner

China Daily  

Volunteers sanitize reporters' hands at the media center. Editor's note: In a series of reports titled "Legacies of the Games", China Daily explores changes brought to the country by the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics. Beijing's efforts to combat pandemic attract widespread praise The Winter Olympics flame was extinguished in Beijing on Feb 20, capping Games that will be remembered not …

Beijing 2022 leaves rich and fruitful legacy
2 years, 10 months ago

Beijing 2022 leaves rich and fruitful legacy

China Daily  

Winter Olympics make deep impression in China and across the world SONG CHEN/CHINA DAILY Editor's note: In a series of reports titled "Legacies of the Games", China Daily explores changes brought to the country by the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics. Before announcing the official closure of the Winter Olympics, International Olympic Committee President Thomas Bach described the Games as "truly …

Beijing Winter Olympics 2022 come to an end but not the atrocities against Uyhgur Muslims
2 years, 10 months ago

Beijing Winter Olympics 2022 come to an end but not the atrocities against Uyhgur Muslims

The Independent  

China is celebrating the completion of the Beijing Winter Olympics, with Sunday night’s closing ceremony bringing an end to a controversial Games that will be remembered for a major doping scandal and extremely tight Covid restrictions limiting the movements of athletes, officials and journalists alike. The Chinese government says the detention centres are voluntary vocational training centres, and on the …

For Chinese leaders, Olympics weren’t 2022’s big-ticket item
2 years, 10 months ago

For Chinese leaders, Olympics weren’t 2022’s big-ticket item

Associated Press  

BEIJING — The just-concluded Winter Olympics weren’t China’s big event of the year — internally, at least. Glaser said that while the diplomatic boycott sent an important signal of growing concern, “more collective action by a larger community of nations is needed, and it remains to be seen whether China’s policies can be influenced on human rights.” The party congress …

Beijing Winter Olympics 2022: Event closes after golden moments and doping storm
2 years, 10 months ago

Beijing Winter Olympics 2022: Event closes after golden moments and doping storm

Firstpost  

As President Xi Jinping declared the Games over and handed over to 2026 hosts Milano-Cortina, the International Olympic Committee president Bach hailed an “unforgettable Olympic experience” Beijing, China: The Beijing Winter Olympics have closed with IOC chief Thomas Bach hailing a smoothly run event and a “safe Games” in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, but the gold medals were …

Beijing Winter Olympics 2022: Organisers hit out at Xinjiang 'lies'; claim Taiwan an 'indivisible part of China' – Firstpost
2 years, 10 months ago

Beijing Winter Olympics 2022: Organisers hit out at Xinjiang 'lies'; claim Taiwan an 'indivisible part of China' – Firstpost

Firstpost  

In the final regularly scheduled briefing before the Games close on Sunday, Yan and IOC spokesman Mark Adams were peppered with questions about Taiwan, Xinjiang and the safety of Chinese tennis player Peng Shuai. “Mark, could I just make some supplementary remarks?” Yan said, continuing: “Taiwan is an indivisible part of China and this is a well recognized international principle …

How Beijing residents are taking a ‘closed-loop’ Winter Olympics
2 years, 10 months ago

How Beijing residents are taking a ‘closed-loop’ Winter Olympics

Al Jazeera  

Beijing residents lament the ban on overseas fans but say the Winter Games ambience is still there. He believes that while Beijing residents are still excited for the Winter Games, it is “obviously muted due to COVID and not being able to go to events or mix with fans and athletes from around the world”. The mood between the two …

Thrilling spectacle as Beijing wows the world again
2 years, 10 months ago

Thrilling spectacle as Beijing wows the world again

China Daily  

The Chinese delegation to the Beijing Winter Games marches into the National Stadium at the opening ceremony on Friday night. "As we are celebrating the Chinese Year of the Tiger, we are pleased that you, the Olympic athletes, coaches and distinguished guests from across the world, have come together in Beijing for the celebration of the 2022 Olympic Winter Games," …

Thrilling spectacle as Beijing wows the world again
2 years, 10 months ago

Thrilling spectacle as Beijing wows the world again

China Daily  

The Chinese delegation to the Beijing Winter Games marches into the National Stadium at the opening ceremony on Friday night. "As we are celebrating the Chinese Year of the Tiger, we are pleased that you, the Olympic athletes, coaches and distinguished guests from across the world, have come together in Beijing for the celebration of the 2022 Olympic Winter Games," …

BC-Olympic Digest, ADVISORY
2 years, 10 months ago

BC-Olympic Digest, ADVISORY

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. OLY--FIG-TEAM COMPETITION — Nathan Chen and the U.S. figure …

Winter Olympics: Which world leaders are attending Beijing 2022?
2 years, 10 months ago

Winter Olympics: Which world leaders are attending Beijing 2022?

Al Jazeera  

A diplomatic boycott of the Beijing Olympics has reduced the number of world leaders attending the Games. A diplomatic boycott of the Winter Olympics over human rights violations in China and concerns about COVID-19 have reduced the number of world leaders and foreign dignitaries attending the games. Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, the kingdom’s de facto leader, is appearing …

Beijing 2022: No Telecast of Opening, Closing Ceremony on DD Sports, After Indian Diplomat Opts to Skip Event
2 years, 10 months ago

Beijing 2022: No Telecast of Opening, Closing Ceremony on DD Sports, After Indian Diplomat Opts to Skip Event

News 18  

India on Thursday announced that its chargé d’affaires in the Beijing embassy will not attend the opening or closing ceremony of the 2022 Winter Olympics in the Chinese capital over China honouring a military commander involved in the Galwan Valley clashes as its torchbearer for the mega sporting event. “I wish to inform that our Charge d’Affaires of the Embassy …

China: Xi promises ‘splendid’ Winter Olympics amid Covid, diplomatic boycott
2 years, 10 months ago

China: Xi promises ‘splendid’ Winter Olympics amid Covid, diplomatic boycott

Hindustan Times  

China will deliver a “streamlined, safe and splendid” Winter Olympics, President Xi Jinping said on Thursday with the Games set to begin on Friday amid a rising number of Covid-19 cases among athletes and staff and diplomatic boycott by several western countries. On Thursday, addressing the International Olympic Committee session in the capital via a brief video message, Xi said …

How Will China Handle Threats of COVID & Political Protests at Winter Olympics?
2 years, 10 months ago

How Will China Handle Threats of COVID & Political Protests at Winter Olympics?

The Quint  

How will China handle the dual threats of COVID and political protests at the Winter Olympics? David J. Phillip/AP The Beijing Winter Olympics and Paralympics start on Friday – the first time in history the same city has hosted both the summer and winter games. Compared to the 2008 summer games, the upcoming Winter Olympics face two major challenges: the …

Winter Olympics: What you need to know about Beijing 2022
2 years, 10 months ago

Winter Olympics: What you need to know about Beijing 2022

Al Jazeera  

Beijing becomes the first city to host both the Summer and Winter Games. The 2022 Winter Olympics have kicked off under a cloud of COVID restrictions, diplomatic boycotts and questions over China’s treatment of Uighurs. Canada, Australia, the United Kingdom and the United States are in a diplomatic boycott of the 2022 Winter Olympics over China’s human rights record. “Any …

The Olympic chief will meet with Chinese tennis star Peng Shuai after safety concerns
2 years, 10 months ago

The Olympic chief will meet with Chinese tennis star Peng Shuai after safety concerns

NPR  

The Olympic chief will meet with Chinese tennis star Peng Shuai after safety concerns Enlarge this image toggle caption Anne-Christine Poujoulat/AFP via Getty Images Anne-Christine Poujoulat/AFP via Getty Images BEIJING --International Olympic Committee President Thomas Bach said he plans to meet Peng Shuai — the Chinese tennis star who accused a former top Community Party official of sexual assault — …

Beijing Winter Olympics 2022: Torch relay begins under shadow of COVID-19, rights fears
2 years, 10 months ago

Beijing Winter Olympics 2022: Torch relay begins under shadow of COVID-19, rights fears

Firstpost  

Beijing 2022 official Cai Qi said at the start of the relay — which will involve more than 1,000 torchbearers and reportedly included former NBA star Yao Ming — that he hoped the Games would help “dispel the gloom of the pandemic” Beijing, China: The Beijing Winter Olympics torch relay began its truncated journey to Friday’s opening ceremony as China …

COVID remains the most formidable, frightening foe at Beijing Olympics
2 years, 10 months ago

COVID remains the most formidable, frightening foe at Beijing Olympics

LA Times  

A worker prepares to administer a coronavirus test at the 2022 Winter Olympics on Tuesday in Beijing. “You’re usually worried about being in perfect shape, but this year has added a whole new element of trying to stay healthy.” Beijing was supposed to herald a return to normal, or something akin to normal, after the pandemic-related challenges of the Tokyo …

Beijing Olympics Covid-19 cases under control, say organisers
2 years, 10 months ago

Beijing Olympics Covid-19 cases under control, say organisers

Hindustan Times  

Despite the detection of positive Covid-19 cases, the infection situation at the Beijing Winter Olympics is within “expected controllable range”, a senior pandemic control official for the Games said on Tuesday. Overall, the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics Organising Committee has reported at least 200 Covid cases since January 23 among airport arrivals and those in the Games’ “closed loop” bubble, …

Tough trip to China ahead, Anderson sees gift of world stage
2 years, 10 months ago

Tough trip to China ahead, Anderson sees gift of world stage

Associated Press  

COPPER MOUNTAIN, Colo. — There is part of Jamie Anderson that wishes these upcoming Olympics weren’t in China. “It can feel very powerless when you read those things, because you think, ‘What can I do?’” American figure skater Timothy LeDuc said of some of the reports of abuses in China. “A lot of the athletes I’ve spoken to, no one …

Tough trip to China ahead, Anderson sees gift of world stage
2 years, 10 months ago

Tough trip to China ahead, Anderson sees gift of world stage

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “It can feel very powerless when you read those …

Ahead of Olympics, abrupt lockdowns loom over Beijing life
2 years, 11 months ago

Ahead of Olympics, abrupt lockdowns loom over Beijing life

Associated Press  

BEIJING — Beijing residents are coping with abrupt local lockdowns and sweeping COVID-19 testing requirements as the Chinese capital seeks to prevent a coronavirus outbreak ahead of the Winter Olympics that opens in less than two weeks. “We are close to the Olympic Village and if they want to test everyone ahead of the games, we understand, but now the …

Beijing 2022 to show strength of Chinese culture and people
2 years, 11 months ago

Beijing 2022 to show strength of Chinese culture and people

China Daily  

The 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing will show the strength of Chinese culture and people, a Cuban expert says in an interview. "In addition, the Beijing Winter Olympics will be a platform to display the high standards of the scientific and technological progress made by China over the past few decades," adds Regalado. Regalado says China will successfully protect the …

Beijing 2022 to show strength of Chinese culture and people
2 years, 11 months ago

Beijing 2022 to show strength of Chinese culture and people

China Daily  

The 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing will show the strength of Chinese culture and people, a Cuban expert says in an interview. "In addition, the Beijing Winter Olympics will be a platform to display the high standards of the scientific and technological progress made by China over the past few decades," adds Regalado. Regalado says China will successfully protect the …

Beijing 2022: Athletes warned about speaking out on human rights
2 years, 11 months ago

Beijing 2022: Athletes warned about speaking out on human rights

Al Jazeera  

Behaviour by athletes that violates the “Olympic spirit” or Chinese rules could be subject to punishment, a Beijing 2022 official said, after rights groups voiced concern about the safety of competitors if they protest at next month’s Winter Olympics. ‘Sportswashing’ Meanwhile on Wednesday, human rights group Amnesty International warned that the international community must not allow China to use the …

Beijing to offer Olympic tickets to selected spectators
2 years, 11 months ago

Beijing to offer Olympic tickets to selected spectators

India TV News  

Highlights China has largely avoided major virus outbreaks with a regimen of lockdowns, mass testing for COVID. The Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics which are set to begin from February 4th will permit only selected spectators because of the coronavirus pandemic, organizers said Monday. Monday's announcement posted on the organizing committee's website confirmed expectations that the Winter Games would have few …

Beijing to offer Olympic tickets to ‘selected’ spectators
2 years, 11 months ago

Beijing to offer Olympic tickets to ‘selected’ spectators

Associated Press  

BEIJING — Only “selected” spectators will be permitted at next month’s Beijing Olympics because of the coronavirus pandemic, organizers said Monday. Monday’s announcement posted on the organizing committee’s website confirmed expectations that the Winter Games would have few onlookers at the venues, under even more strict conditions than imposed during last year’s Summer Olympics in Tokyo. China has largely avoided …

Beijing Winter Olympics: China cancels plans to sell tickets to public
2 years, 11 months ago

Beijing Winter Olympics: China cancels plans to sell tickets to public

The Hindu  

China on Monday cancelled plans to sell tickets to the public for the Winter Olympics in Beijing, allowing only invitees to view the action as part of strict virus control measures. Games organisers last year said there would be no international spectators -- partly due to the country's weeks-long quarantine requirements -- but they had promised to allow domestic audiences. …

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