Beijing Received 20 Sport Credentials for Single EventsThe Sports & Venues Department of Beijing 2008 Olympic Games Bid Committee (BOBICO) has so far received 20 credentials from international sports organizations for single events.According to sources from the BOBICO, starting from mid October, officials from 25 international sports organizations for single events including the International Shooting Federation have visited and inspected Beijing. And up to now, the Committee has received 20 single-event credentials. They are sailing, table tennis, badminton, fencing, modern pentathlon, basketball, judo, boxing, weight lifting, track and field, taekwondo, triathlon, softball, hockey, archery, tennis, volleyball, gymnastics, equestrian and swimming. In accordance with regulations of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), the five candidates for hosting the 2008 Olympic Games shall have to submit their Bidding Reports before January 17, 2001. Prior to this deadline, each single-event sports organization will have inspected game and training venues in these cities, schedules and capacity for receiving athletes, coaches and referees. Each of these single-event sports organizations can credit the city capable of hosting the relevant games. PD Online Staff Li Yan |
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