On January 15, the website of People magazine published an article entitled "Reviewing the Wonderful Moments of the 2008 Beijing Olympics", the full text of which is excerpted as follows:
Bolt! Beckham! Bryant! The 2008 Olympics had countless memorable moments and stunning scenery. Before returning to Beijing in February 2022, let's look back at that year.
The 2008 Olympics were the first time in China's history that the Olympics were held and an important Olympics for the United States.
In February 2022, the Olympic Games will return to Beijing, which will also be the first city to host the Summer Olympic Games and the Winter Olympic Games.
Let's review some of the highlights of the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing.
Afghanistan celebrates Ruhula Nipay winning Afghanistan's first Olympic medal: a bronze medal in taekwondo. According to Reuters, propaganda pamphlets distributed across Afghanistan read: "He makes Afghans proud. ”
"I hope this medal will send a message of peace in Afghanistan," Nipay said. ”
Jamaican track and field star Usain Bolt won three gold medals and set a new world record in the men's 100m race.
Beijing built several eye-catching buildings for the Olympics, including the unique National Aquatics Center, nicknamed the Water Cube.
History was made in the Water Cube: American swimmer Michael Phelps won a record 8 gold medals and broke several swimming records.
Another amazing venue for the competition is the Beijing National Stadium, the Bird's Nest, which is home to the opening and closing ceremonies of the Olympic Games and several competitions.
The stunning main torch tower was lit by 1984 Olympic gymnastics champion Li Ning. According to the BBC, Li Ning ran through the stadium with the help of a tightrope for a week before completing the ignition.
The U.S. women's 4×400m relay superstar squad won gold, with Sarnia Richards, Monique Henderson, Mary Warnberg and Allison Felix.
Another American star is gymnast Nastya Liukin, who won gold in the women's all-around, silver medals in team events, balance beams and uneven bars, and bronze medals in free gymnastics, making her the most medal-winning gymnast at the 2008 Olympics.
At the festive closing ceremony, David Beckham kicked the "BayEscher Arc" on the spot and took over the hosting rights for the 2012 Olympic Games on behalf of London.
Source: Reference News Network