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Tokyo 2020 Unveils the Emblems of the 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games

Tokyo 2020 Unveils the Emblems of the 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games Symbolising the Power of the World Coming Together as One Tokyo, 24 July 2015 – The Tokyo 2020 Organising Committee today held an event to unveil the official emblems of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Tokyo 2020’s Games Vision was further manifested as the emblems capture its core essence. When the world comes together for Tokyo 2020, we will experience the joy of uniting as one team. By accepting everyone in the world as equals, we will learn the full meaning of coming together as one. The Tokyo 2020 emblems were created to symbolise the power of this unity. The black colour of the central column represents diversity, the combination of all colours. The shape of the circle represents an inclusive world in which everyone accepts each other. The red of the circle represents the power of every beating heart. These elements combine to create the emblems of both the Olympic and Paralympic Games. The Tokyo 2020 Olympic emblem is inspired by the T in TOKYO TOMORROW TEAM The Tokyo 2020 Paralympic emblem is inspired by = the universal sign of equality. 2020 is almost here. Let’s unite in the spirit of these emblems to stage an Olympic and Paralympic Games for a better world and a brighter future. Read more on the official website of Tokyo

OWF Newsletter: Weightlifting – a success in Port Moresby

The Games are over. Weightlifting was undoubtedly one of the most successful sports at the Pacific Games. And for the very first time in Pacific Games history, Australia and New Zealand took part in the sport of weightlifting. In fact it was an Oceania Games for our sport. Port Moresby made history in weightlifting. For the first time ever, 21 countries took part. These Games attracted the highest number of competitors in its history. The television coverage was excellent. Four days of direct telecast. Brendon Telfer did a great job assisted by Luisa Peters and Lilly Coffa. The crowd was large, extremely enthusiastic and in some categories like the 53kg and 94kg, it was standing room only. IWF President Dr. Tamas Ajan attended the competitions. Also from Malaysia, we had the IWF Vice President and the President of the Commonwealth Weightlifting Federation, Dato Ong Poh Eng, together with Mr. Attila Adamfi the IWF Director General . We were also honoured with the attendance of Prince Andrew, Duke of York during the 48Kg category on the first day of the Games. The warm up area at the Pacific Games The venue was of World Championships standard. The warm up area had 10 platforms – all ZKC equipment. All other facilities were provided in close proximity to the warm up area. At the opening ceremony, 50% of the countries’ flag bearers were weightlifters. Dika Toua was the final baton runner and she lit the torch. The loaders, with the assistance of the Institute lifters did a tremendous job for the four day duration. It was nice to see that Jerry Wallwork, OWF 1st Vice President, at the conclusion of the Games was awarded the best coach of the Games. Every day we witnessed great battles, with many of the categories decided on the last lift. Many thanks must go to the Government of PNG, the PNG National Olympic Committee, the Minister for Sport the Hon. Justin Tkatchenko , and of course Mr Andrew Daubney, the Marketing Manager of Trukai Industries. The Organizing Committee of Weightlifting under the leadership of Sir John Dawanincura did an excellent job. The event ran like clockwork and his small teams of volunteers were absolutely superb. Sir John, everyone associated with weightlifting wants to say thank you for your outstanding efforts in making weightlifting one of the most, if not the most successful sport at the Pacific Games. Read the newsletter here. Source: Paul Coffa, OWF General

Buenos Aires 2018 launches official emblem

With just over three years to go, Buenos Aires 2018 has proudly unveiled its emblem for the third Summer Youth Olympic Games. To reflect the diversity of Buenos Aires, the emblem is inspired by the city’s vibrant colours, eclectic culture, iconic architecture and the many neighbourhoods that make up the Argentinian capital. Watch the short video that gives a taste of the famous landmarks and style of the city that went into the creation of the design; from the Space Tower in the heart of the Youth Olympic Village to the iconic Floralis Generica sculpture, this emblem gives a small glimpse of the many facets of Buenos Aires. Source:

Pan Am Games weightlifting ended in Toronto

The Weightlifting competitions at the 2015 Pan American Games held in Toronto, CAN come to end. From the 6 countries winning Gold medal and 10 countries won medal, Colombia was the most successful with 8 Gold and 13 medals all together. They were followed by Venezuela winning 7 and Cuba 5. Impressive strength was shown by almost all 118 competing athletes while men broke 14 and women broke 15 Pan Am Games records! Women setting records: KING Morghan Whitney USA PIRON CANDELARIO Beatriz DOM VASQUEZ HERNANDEZ Candida DOM SEGURA SEGURA Ana Iris COL VASQUEZ HERNANDEZ Candida DOM VILLAR BARBOZA Rusmeris COL SOLIS ARBOLEDA Leidy Yessenia Men setting records: DE LAS SALAS DE LA ROSA Habib COL MOSQUERA LOZANO Luis J. COL NUÑEZ Yadier CUB HERNANDEZ Yoelmis CUB REIS Fernando BRA Check out the RESULT BOOK here. Insidethegames story here. Toronto 2015 news

PUBLIC DISCLOSURE

The IWF reports that sample A of Mr. Adrian Stratan (MDA) has returned an Adverse Analytical Finding for (S1.1 Anabolic Agents) stanozolol. As a consequence, the athlete is provisionally suspended in view of a potential anti-doping rule violation. In any case where it is determined – after a B sample analysis, a hearing or an appeal – that the athlete did not commit an anti-doping rule violation, the relevant decision will also be

PUBLIC DISCLOSURE

The IWF reports that sample A of Ms. Jie Wang (CHN) has returned an Adverse Analytical Finding for (S1.1 Anabolic Agents) stanozolol. As a consequence, the athlete is provisionally suspended in view of a potential anti-doping rule violation. In any case where it is determined – after a B sample analysis, a hearing or an appeal – that the athlete did not commit an anti-doping rule violation, the relevant decision will also be