Guangzhou Hosts Launch of Paris Olympic Ball and 70th Anniversary Celebration of Pisces
Xinhua News Agency Client, Guangzhou, March 22 (Reporter Zhao Ziyu) – The spring equinox has inspired the National Games dream, and the March flowers in Guangzhou are in full bloom. “Set sail for the Olympics and look forward to the National Games together” – the launch of the Paris Olympic ball and the 70th-anniversary celebration of Pisces were held in Guangzhou on the 21st. Olympic champion and ITTF Athletes Committee Chairman Liu Shiwen, table tennis world champion Lin Gaoyuan, and key representatives from various organizations attended the event, including the 2025 15th National Games and Paralympic Games Guangzhou Division Executive Committee, Municipal Sports Bureau, Municipal State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission, Municipal Light Industry Group, and Pisces Sports Goods Group companies.
2024 is a significant year as it marks the Paris Olympics attracting global attention. It also coincides with the 70th anniversary of the establishment of Pisces Sports and is crucial for welcoming the 2025 15th National Games and the Paralympics.
Pisces Sports has reached new heights with the PAR40+ Paris ball, becoming the official designated ball for the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. Additionally, Pisces Sports has signed a major contract with national table tennis player Lin Gaoyuan to serve as the brand spokesperson, alongside Liu Shiwen. They will form a combination known as “Poetry and Distance,” serving as Pisces Sports Ambassadors in 2024.
The significance of the event was not lost on Liu Shiwen, who expressed her excitement as a table tennis player from Guangzhou about the upcoming National Games. She emphasized the importance of maintaining good condition and bringing surprises to everyone at the next year’s games.
The launch of the Paris Olympic ball and the 70th-anniversary celebration of Pisces marked a milestone in the sports industry, symbolizing the transition of a Chinese brand onto the global stage. The event showcased the commitment of Guangzhou to host successful sports events and provide a platform for enterprises to participate in the National Games, ultimately contributing to the development and promotion of national brands worldwide.
As we look forward to the Paris Olympics and the 2025 15th National Games, the collaboration between Pisces Sports and top athletes like Lin Gaoyuan and Liu Shiwen signifies a promising future for Chinese brands in the international sports arena. Let’s anticipate the success and achievements that lie ahead for Pisces and other national brands in the years to come.