On February 13, the main media center of the Beijing Winter Olympics held the ninth regular press conference during the game. The press conference was co-chaired by IOC spokesperson Mark Adams and Beijing Winter Olympics Organizing Committee spokesman Zhao Weidong. Yang Shu'an, Vice Chairman of the Beijing Winter Olympic Organizing Committee, Christopher Duby, Director of the Olympic Department of the International Olympic Committee, and Huang Chun, Deputy Director of the Epidemic Prevention and Control Office of the Beijing Winter Olympics Organizing Committee, attended the meeting.
The success of the frequent results is the result of the joint efforts of many parties will continue to improve the level of service
Halfway through the race, the best results are frequent. Yang Concludes: "(Athletes) have broken Olympic records many times in short track speed skating and speed skating, of which short track speed skating broke 5 Olympic records and 1 world record; speed skating broke 8 Olympic records and 1 world record. ”
In Yang Shu'an's eyes, behind the achievement of good results is the result of multi-faceted joint efforts, "In the completed competitions, the competition venues of each competition venue have been in good condition, providing the best platform for the participating athletes to show their own level." The running system of the competition organization is running smoothly and is a very good international cooperation. The cooperation between the Beijing Winter Olympic Organizing Committee and the relevant sports federations of the International Olympic Committee, the Olympic Committees of the delegations, and the Olympic broadcasting companies is very close and smooth. We strive to provide the highest guarantee for athletes to participate. ”
Yang Shu'an specifically mentioned the outstanding performance of the Beijing Winter Olympics in "injury treatment", "among which Genting Ski Park and Yanqing Alpine Ski Center each used helicopters to transport injured athletes in a timely and rapid manner." The medical team of the venue and the relevant designated hospitals have shown a high level of professionalism in the process of on-site treatment and admission of injured athletes. It has been recognized and praised by athletes and international winter sports federations. The medical officer of the International Snow Federation said that on February 10, the alpine skiing men's all-around downhill competition, the medical rescue was perfect! ”
In Yang Shu'an's view, in general, from the opening ceremony to the first half, the competition organization work can be said to be "first-class competition venues, first-class world-class athletes, first-class meteorological service guarantees, and first-class medical treatment services!" It was well represented in the first half. ”
He added: "As the competition enters the second half of the race, the competition becomes more intense, and the Beijing Winter Olympics Organizing Committee will continue to improve its service level and service quality, and provide more intimate and warm service guarantee for athletes to participate in the competition." ”
Athlete satisfaction is paramount Volunteers and staff are highly valued
The Beijing Winter Olympics will always adhere to the "athlete-centric" approach. Halfway through the race, Christopher Durby said, "Seeing a lot of athletes say that the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics is a very great event, seeing their smiling photos posted on social media is already a great achievement for us, and our main achievement is to make athletes satisfied." ”
Christopher Dolby also summed up the operation of the venues, an important basis for hosting the Olympic Games: "We want everyone to innovate, and we have innovated in different venues, especially in the use of refrigerants. We can also see in Yanqing and Zhangjiakou that these venues are in very good condition. The arena is the most important thing, and seeing a lot of competitors say 'the conditions are very good' means that the efforts of all the participants have been recognized. ”
Mark Adams also gave high praise to the volunteers and staff, "I have had a long period of communication and exchanges with some volunteers, and these volunteers and staff have done a very, very good job. ”
Departure work has been closely discussed in close meetings where the "Ice Pier" will be sold until June
With the end of some events, the departure of foreign athletes has become a focus of the second half of the Beijing Winter Olympics Organizing Committee.
Zhao Weidong introduced: "The relevant work of departure, the senior management of the Beijing Winter Olympic Organizing Committee and the top level of the International Olympic Committee have been in close consultation, and the 'Departure Instructions' have also been formulated to send to relevant stakeholders. It has now been determined that 20 Chinese and foreign airlines can provide stable operations during the race. During peak departure periods, Chinese and foreign airlines can provide an average of 17 temporary outbound flights per day. ”
In addition to the issue of departure, the "ice pier" has always been a hot spot for the outside world. In this regard, Zhao Weidong said: "Now we have been increasing the production of 'ice piers' to meet the market-related needs. Licensed goods for the Beijing Winter Olympics will continue to be sold until at least June this year. All the Olympic Games have mascots, which will leave a deep impression on people's memories. ”
(Beijing Winter Olympics Organizing Committee)