International Olympic Committee President, Thomas Bach, expressed his anticipation for the profound impact of the Beijing Winter Olympics and is looking forward to the outstanding performance of Chinese athletes in the future during an exclusive interview with China Central Radio and Television on January 31, Beijing time.
Bach, who was in Gangneung, South Korea for the 2024 Gangwon Winter Youth Olympic Games, reflected on the evolution of the Olympic Games since China’s participation in the Summer Olympics began in 1984. He noted that the Olympic Games have become truly global, with 206 national and regional Olympic Committees now participating thanks to the implementation of the Olympic Solidarity Fund plan. Bach also emphasized the improvement in athletes’ performance, the birth of many new records, and the practical message conveyed by the Olympics, which is considered the greatest sporting event in the world and a symbol of human unity and diversity.
Moreover, Bach highlighted the increasing focus on sustainable development and the contribution of the Olympics to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. He emphasized that the Olympics have become different from before and are continuously striving to promote proactive changes.
Bach’s comments serve as a strong endorsement of the upcoming Beijing Winter Olympics, indicating the significant impact it will have on the global stage. Furthermore, his praise for the performance of Chinese athletes in the future adds to the anticipation surrounding China’s participation in the Winter Olympics.
As the world eagerly awaits the Beijing Winter Olympics, Bach’s remarks have bolstered expectations for a successful and transformative event, reinforcing the Olympic Games as a platform for unity, diversity, and sustainable development.