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26/03/2009
OLYMPIC BID NEWS
Squash 2016 Bounces Into Sportaccord
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Squash 2016 Bounces Into Sportaccord
Many of the most important
people in the world of Squash have gathered in Denver, USA, to attend
Sportaccord 2009 and boost the campaign for the sport’s inclusion in the
Olympic Games from 2016.
Mr N Ramachandran,
President of the World Squash Federation (WSF), has been joined by
sporting legend Jahangir Khan, Emeritus President; Susie Simcock,
Past President; and current players including World No2 Natalie Grainger
to make a splash for Squash, under the Patronage of HRH Prince Tunku Imran
of Malaysia.
WSF have a stand in the
Exhibition Area where players can talk to visiting delegates from all over the
world and outline why they believe Squash deserves to be included in the Olympic
Programme. WSF representatives will also attend all of the major functions and
be on hand to answer any questions about the bid.
Speaking from Denver, N
Ramachandran said: "It is very important that we have a strong presence here at
Sportaccord. It sends the clear signal that the sport is taking this bid very
seriously and we want everyone in the world of sport to know what it means to
us, and what an incredible sport Squash is."
Grainger added: "It’s
just great to be here, speaking to so many people who are interested in Squash
and what we have to say. We are a unique sport, played all over the world by so
many diverse people. Squash teaches co-operation and fair play. Just two people
sharing the space of a glass court and fighting for supremacy is Corinthian in
the extreme. I think we are a perfect candidate for Olympic inclusion."
The WSF stand is number
103 in the main Exhibition Area, and the team are very happy to welcome anyone
who would like to stop by for a chat.
For bid information please visit
www.squash2016.info
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