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Technical visit before the 2011 IWF World Championships in Paris

Against the majestic backdrop of Paris Disneyland, the French Weightlifting Federation has welcomed the International Weightlifting Federation to Paris upon its final Technical visit prior to the World Senior Championships which will be held from 05 – 13 November 2011.

Represented by Aniko Nemeth-Mora (IWF Director & Chief of Protocol), Attila Adamfi (Competition Director) and Lilla Rozgonyi (Communication Manager) IWF was received by Jean-Paul Bulgaridhes, French Weightlifting Federation President.

The IWF delegation was also accompanied by Matthew Curtain, London 2012 Weightlifting Manager.

The two day visit comprised of operational meetings detailing planned deliverables such as accommodation, catering, training hall, competition venue, programme of events, ceremonies, transport, accreditation and broadcast.

‘As the main Olympic qualifying event for the London 2012 Olympic Games, it is imperative that a platform of excellence is provided to ensure the athletes are given every opportunity to perform at their best. To this end, the National Federations can be assured the French Weightlifting Federation is committed and focused on staging a memorable event’ said Ms. Nemeth-Mora.

For further information, the 2011 World Senior Championships website can be located via the following link: www.paris2011.com