The 29th edition of the Olympic Games started last Friday with a stunning opening ceremony that has been by quoted by the IOC President, Jacques Rogge as “spectacular”. He said:
“Tonight, the world was able to join in a magnificent tribute to the athletes and the Olympic spirit. It was an unforgettable and moving ceremony that celebrated the imagination, originality and energy of the Beijing Games.”
Official viewing numbers are not out yet but in China nearly 4 billion worldwide watched the dazzling opening ceremony as it was broadcast by CCTV.
Hein Verbruggen, IOC Member and Chairman of the Coordination Commission for the Games of the XXIX Olympiad commented:
“Tonight wasn’t the end of a journey, but the fantastic beginning of 16 days of outstanding sport competition. This was a night to remember — for the Chinese people, and for the world.”
