英语资讯
News

英语文摘:Rio 2016 organizers cancel track cycling test event

Source: Xinhuanet    2016-03-25  我要投稿   论坛   Favorite  

RIO DE JANEIRO, March 24 (Xinhua) -- The track cycling test event for this year's Olympic Games has been canceled due to logistical problems at Rio de Janeiro's new velodrome, officials said on Thursday.

The event, which had been scheduled for April 30 and May 1 will be replaced by a training opportunity from June 25 to 27, according to a statement on the official Rio 2016 website.

Rio 2016 communications chief Mario Andrada said the decision, taken in conjunction with the International Olympic Committee, was made due to delays in the installation of support structures.

"We had some logistical problems, such as unloading the wood into the venue and to install containers and offices, and we realized that it was too close for us to make sure that the track was perfectly installed," Andrada said.

Officials said the velodrome's structure was "fully ready" and awaiting only the assembly of the track. The venue is now expected to be fit for competition by the end of May.

"It's always better to be safe than sorry," Andrada said. "In this case, putting down the track in a hurry could cause a risk to the athletes so we took the tough decision. We are 120% confident that it will be ready for the Olympics."

Olympic track cycling will be held from August 11 to 16 and will be followed by the Paralympic competition from September 8 to 11.


将本页收藏到:
上一篇:英语文摘:Xabi Alonso: Give me names who say I'm old
下一篇:英语文摘:Ecuador draws 2-2 with Paraguay in World Cup qualifiers
最新更新
论坛精彩内容
网站地图 - 学习交流 - 恒星英语论坛 - 关于我们 - 广告服务 - 帮助中心 - 联系我们
Copyright ©2006-2007 www.Hxen.com All Rights Reserved