QOC Celebrates International Olympic Day 2024

Doha: June 23 - In cooperation with the Qatar Winter Sports Committee (QWSC), the Qatar Olympic Committee (QOC) celebrated the International Olympic Day 2024 on Sunday, observed annually on June 23, the founding day of the International Olympic Committee back in 1894. On the occasion, the QOC and QWSC held the most popular winter sports for both men and women of all ages at the Ali Bin Hamad Al Attiyah Arena, including: Figure Skating, Free Skate, Ice Hockey, Short Speed Skating and Curling. Moreover, a number of athletes and amateurs gave the audience an impressive performance, both individually and in group. The International Olympic Day celebration enjoyed a large turnout, during which the public got a chance to learn more about the Olympic Movement, its history, and values, along with the growing role of sports in promoting peace, love and in bringing peoples together. Through organizing this event, the QOC aims to encourage all segments of society to adopt a healthy lifestyle, raise awareness about t he importance of playing sport, along with informing the general public on the values and principles of the Olympic Movement. This year's anniversary is a unique one, given that the Paris 2024 Summer Olympic Games are round the corner. Source: Qatar News Agency