Olympic Day: Celebrating Unity, Movement, and Global Impact
During the 41st session of the International Olympic Committee in Stockholm, Sweden, Dr. Gruss, an IOC member from Czech Republic, proposed the idea of a worldwide Olympic day. A few months later, at the 42nd IOC Session in St. Moritz, Switzerland, the pr
Olympic Day is an annual celebration that commemorates the establishment of the International Olympic Committee on June 23, 1894, by Baron Pierre de Coubertin. This global event brings together people from different nations, inspiring them to engage in physical activities and unite with a common purpose. Its essence lies in the belief that sports can contribute to making the world a better place.
Dr. Gruss' Vision: The Global Celebration of Olympic Day
During the 41st session of the International Olympic Committee in Stockholm, Sweden, Dr. Gruss, an IOC member from Czech Republic, proposed the idea of a worldwide Olympic day. A few months later, at the 42nd IOC Session in St. Moritz, Switzerland, the project received approval. The responsibility of organizing this event was entrusted to the National Olympic Committees, and this particular date holds significant importance in the history of the Olympic Movement.
Inspiring Physical Activity: The Theme of This Year's Olympic Day
The theme for this year's Olympic Day is "Let's Move," aiming to inspire people all around the world to incorporate physical activity into their daily lives. IOC President Thomas Bach expressed that on Olympic Day, we celebrate the Olympic Movement's mission of using sports to improve our world.
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