Li Ning: ” I hope Madrid will host the 2016 Olympic Games”

August 19, 2008

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Support for Madrid Grows in the Olympic Community

Madrid,Spain(RUSHPRNEWS) August 19,2008–The Madrid 2016 Olympic bid has now a new top level International support. The triple Olympic champion in gymnastics, the Chinese Li Ning, who lightened the cauldron of the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games during the Opening Ceremony, said yesterday: “I support Madrid and I hope the city will host the Olympic Games in 2016″.

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Olympic Figures and Facts

August 19, 2008

Olympic Figures and Facts

BEIJING,CHINA (RUSHPRNEWS) AUGUST 19, 2008–These facts and figures were collected from the NBC Olympics website. Read more

Canada to Host First World Boxing Academy

August 18, 2008

18/08 Quarterfinals:54kg Hector Rangel Manzanilla (VEN) (RED) vs Julie Bruno (MRI)LAUSANNE, Switzerland (RUSHPRNEWS) AUGUST 18, 2008 –The International Boxing Association (AIBA) Executive Committee took further impressive steps to reform the sport of boxing at its Extraordinary Executive Committee meeting at the Beijing Grand Millennium Hotel on Monday by approving many key proposals including the selection of the 1st AIBA Boxing Academy, the host of the 2009 Junior World Championships and approving new Competition and Technical rules.

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Michael Phelps Says Thank You Mom

August 18, 2008

Michael Phelps Mom Debbie Phelps and coach Bob Bowman not only helped him to become Oly champ, but overcome ADHD

By Erin Keaveney

BEIJING (RUSHPRNEWS) 8/18/08 – When Michael Phelps made Olympic history last night, winning an unprecedented eighth gold medal with a victory in the men’s 4Ă—100 m relay, millions of Americans watching across the world were bursting with pride. But as evidenced with a quick shot to the stands following the race, no one was more proud than his mother.

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Swedish Wrestler Kicked Out From the Beijing Olympics

August 16, 2008

Swedish wrestler dumps medalInternational Olympic Committee IOC Statement on Mr Ara Abrahamian

BEIJING,CHINA (RUSHPRNEWS) August 16, 2008– The Executive Board of the International Olympic Committee, meeting today in Beijing, has reached a decision, based upon the recommendations of the IOC Disciplinary Commission, in the case of Mr Ara Abrahamian. Read more

Michael Phelps battle with ADD (ADHD) Lead Him to Olympic Golds

August 15, 2008

Michael Phelps Olympic Hero Phelps Triumph over ADHD as Big as Quest for 12 GoldsBy Erin Keaveney

Michael Phelps battled ADD (ADHD) before he could take on the world for most ever Olympic Gold Medals

BEIJING (RUSHPRNEWS) 8/15/08 - In what may be an inspiration to ADHD-affected families forever, Michael Phelps is larger than life in every sense of the word.

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US Gold Medalist Amanda Beard Poses for PETA

August 15, 2008

GOLD MEDALIST AMANDA BEARD

Amanda Beard Poses Naked for the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA)

BEIJING (RUSHPRNEWS) AUGUST 15, 2008– We’re used to seeing her perfectly toned form in a body-hugging swimsuit, but now, sultry Olympic gold medalist Amanda Beard appears in only her birthday suit on behalf of People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA). In the new ad, Beard appears next to the tagline “Be Comfortable in Your Own Skin. Don’t Wear Fur.”
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Stud of the Day: Olympic Champion Federica Pellegrini

August 14, 2008

Female Physique of the Day: Federica Pellegrini, Photos

BEIJIND (RUSHPRNEWS) AUGUST 14, 2008--Federica Pellegrini of Italy won the 200m freestyle at the 2008 Beijing Olympics in 1minute, 54.82 seconds, lowering her own world record (1:55.45) set a day earlier. Read more

International Softball Federation forms link with JHG Inc. to develop BackSoftball Campaign social media strategy

August 14, 2008

Interactive marketing firm will provide strategic social media leadership and give a voice to more than 8.4 million participants worldwideDon Porter: “JHG has a tremendous understanding of new technologies and a passion for sport”

Beijing, China(RUSHPRNEWS) 14th August 2008– The International Softball Federation has joined forces with interactive, marketing, and public relations agency JHG Inc. to support the BackSoftball campaign to get the sport back into the Olympics in 2016. Read more

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