China Daily, February 22 -- On February 20, the closing ceremony of the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympic Games was held, and the 16-day Winter Olympics came to an end. In his speech, IOC President Bach said that every athlete strives for the best results, but also wants competitors to achieve the best results and cheers for them, "You not only respect each other, but also support each other, even if there are places that are opposed because of conflict, but you embrace each other".
Fireworks display the words "One Family" and "ONE FAMILY" in English above the Bird's Nest Chinese. (Source: Xinhua News Agency)
As Bach said, this Winter Olympics fully embodies the spirit of "unity and peace" of the athletes. Foreign media also said in the report that the Beijing Winter Olympics are full of eye-catching and exciting moments, which not only show the charm of sports, but also make people feel a strong sportsmanship and elegant demeanor.
The Chinese figure skating combination has a sword for ten years and won gold
In figure skating for pairs, the Chinese duo of Sui Wenjing and Han Cong won the ninth gold medal at the Winter Olympics for the Chinese delegation. After missing the gold medal at the 2018 PyeongChang Winter Olympics, Sui Wenjing/Han Cong finally stood on the top podium of the Olympic Games and put on the gold medal for each other.
China's Sui Wenjing (right) /Han Cong after a medal presentation ceremony on Feb. 19. (Source: Xinhua News Agency)
Foreign media said in the report that like all figure skaters, Sui Wenjing/Han Cong have experienced a decade of training outside the arena, and in a few minutes on the field, they are the focus of the world's attention. As Sui Wenjing said, "We want to show our best selves and give the most wonderful game to the audience of the world."
The snowboard legend ended and received the respect of the audience
At the Beijing Winter Olympics, snowboarding legend and American Shaun White regrettably missed the medal in the men's U-shaped track skill competition on snowboarding, but the three-time Winter Olympic champion won applause and respect from the audience, opponents and referees.
U.S. Player Sean White (right) burst into tears after a match on Feb. 11. (Source: Xinhua News Agency)
Despite failing to win his fourth Olympic gold medal of his career, the 35-year-old is still proud of his efforts. When the other athletes hugged him, Sean White couldn't hide his excitement. "Now I'm surrounded by a lot of emotions, cheers from the audience, and goodwill encouragement from my opponents." He said, "I want to thank snowboarding, which is the love of my life. ”
As an idol of Chinese snowboarder Su Yiming, Sean White also congratulated Su Yiming on his social media after Su Yiming won the men's snowboard jumping championship.
Sean White social media screenshot
Gu Airing turned out to be a world and made history for the Chinese team
With the end of the veteran, there is the birth of a new star. NpR reported that China's Gu Ailing is undoubtedly one of the most eye-catching athletes at the Beijing Winter Olympics. In the three events she participated in, she achieved two gold and one silver record, and won the Olympic gold medal for the Chinese delegation for the first time in the freestyle ski women's U-shaped track skill event.
On February 18, Gu Ailing of the Chinese team competed in the game. (Source: Xinhua News Agency)
Because of her outstanding performance, Gu Ailing has received extremely high attention and the support of a large number of fans. She also said she hopes to see more young people, especially girls, go into contact with snow sports. "I love this sport because it allows me to push boundaries of myself, promote my growth, and teach me confidence and friendship," she said. No matter what country you are from, you can connect and enjoy through this sport. ”
Russian and Ukrainian players embraced each other and celebrated, sharing joy
In the men's freestyle skiing men's aerial skills final on February 16, China's Qi Guangpu won the gold medal, while Ukraine's Oleksandr Abramenko and Russian Olympic Committee's Ilia Burov won silver and bronze medals respectively. After the final rankings came out, they clapped and hugged tightly, sharing moments of joy.
Champion China's Qi Guangpu (center), runner-up Ukraine's Alexander Abramenko (left) and runner-up Russian Olympic Committee player Ilya Brov present souvenirs on Feb. 16. (Source: Xinhua News Agency)
Recently, the situation between Russia and Ukraine has been tense. Peace rather than war is an important concept transmitted by the Beijing Winter Olympics to the world. As Bach said at the closing ceremony: "You have given peace a chance. ”
It is an opponent, but also a loving partner
In addition to winning or losing, the Olympic Games have more important significance. NBC mentioned in its report that sportsmanship is at the heart of the Olympics, and the Beijing Winter Olympics have demonstrated this again.
On February 6, New Zealand's Zoi Sadowski-Synnott staged a comeback to win the women's steeplechase, the first Winter Olympic gold medal in New Zealand's history.
New Zealand's Zoe Sadowski Sinnott ( center ) celebrates after the match on Feb. 6. (Source: Xinhua News Agency)
After Sinnott won the championship with a high score, both of her opponents rushed up to hug her excitedly, and everyone hugged happily and sincerely celebrated for her. The official Microblog of the International Olympic Committee also posted after the game: "It is an opponent, but also a small partner who loves each other." ”
Such a warm scene is not uncommon in the beijing winter olympic games. In the men's 15 km (traditional technique) of cross-country skiing, Iivo Niskanen from Finland won the championship. After the race, Niskanen did not return to the warm lounge, but stood at the finish line to meet each runner until the last runner, Colombian veteran Carlos Quintana, collided with the line.
Finland's Ivo Niskanen (top) after the match on Feb. 11. (Source: Xinhua News Agency)
Quintana's record was nearly 18 minutes slower than Niskanen's, but when he crossed the finish line, Niskanen hugged him. One of them is from South America and the other is from Northern Europe, and the Beijing Winter Olympics will bring two people from completely different backgrounds together.
Source: China Daily