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Last Updated: Jul 2nd, 2009 - 08:40:12 |
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FEI Posts Clean Sport Video Message
A video message by the FEI President and Secretary General with a Clean Sport update is now available. To view it, please visit the homepage of the FEI website www.fei.org.
Jul 2, 2009, 08:39
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Equestrian World Mourns Loss of Hickstead Founder Douglas Bunn
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| Douglas Bunn, 1928-2009 (photo: Kit Houghton) |
(England) - Douglas Bunn, founder and owner of The All England Jumping Course, Hickstead, died peacefully in his sleep at home on Tuesday night, 16 June 2009, surrounded by his family. He was 81 years old, and had been ill for only a short time.
Jun 18, 2009, 07:04
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George Morris Receives the Coveted Golden Whip from the Cadre Noir of Saumur
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| George Morris |
On May 19, George Morris, US Show Jumping’s Chef d’Equipe, was celebrated in a special presentation in Saumur, France. Morris was present at the French National Equitation School, Cadre Noir of Saumur, to share his experiences as a trainer with the students and instructors of the School. At its conclusion, Morris received the coveted title of 'Horseman of Honor of the Cadre Noir of Saumur'.
Jun 9, 2009, 00:57
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FEI Tribunal Issues Decisions In German Cases
(Lausanne, Switzerland) - The FEI Tribunal yesterday communicated two decisions in the cases brought before it last week in which the FEI had sought provisional suspensions of the rider Marco Kutscher, former team veterinarian Björn Nolting, and FEI Bureau member Hanfried Haring.
Jun 6, 2009, 13:02
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FEI Announced Details of German Equestrian Team Investigation
The FEI President has recently established an Ethics Panel in accordance with Article 38 of the FEI Statutes. The Panel is to investigate and assess certain matters concerning the German Equestrian Team that may constitute violations of the relevant FEI rules and make recommendations on a course of action.
May 29, 2009, 19:08
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FEI German Olympic Team Investigation: Suspensions and Teams Disbanded
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| center of controversy: Marco Kutscher & Cornet Obolensky of Germany (photo: Luca di Stefano/FEI) |
Further to a request made by a majority of the FEI Bureau members, the FEI Headquarters today filed a protest with the FEI Tribunal on the basis of widely reported admissions by Marco Kutscher and Björn Nolting concerning the undeclared treatment given to Marco Kutscher’s horse, Cornet Obolensky, at the 2008 Olympic Games, and the circumstances surrounding this treatment including the collapse of the horse which subsequently took part in competition.
May 28, 2009, 21:08
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FEI Clean Sport Commission Update
(Lausanne, Switzerland) - The Commission chaired by Prof. Arne Ljungqvist, Chair of the IOC Medical Commission and World Anti Doping Agency Vice President, has presented its recommendations to the FEI Bureau, which agreed in principle to the Commission’s recommendations and further agreed to the creation of several smaller Working Groups to carry the work forward. These Groups have now been set up.
May 28, 2009, 10:11
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Applications Now Being Accepted to Host USEF Show Jumping Selection Trials for the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games
(usa) - The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) is now accepting applications from Competition Managers to host the USEF Show Jumping Selection Trials for the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games (WEG).
May 21, 2009, 08:29
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Lisa Lazarus Appointed FEI General Counsel
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| Newly appointed FEI General Counsel, Lisa Lazarus (photo: FEI) |
(Lausanne, Switzerland) - Lisa Lazarus has joined the FEI as General Counsel to manage and oversee the organisation’s legal activities.
Lisa, who holds Canadian and US citizenship, comes to us after almost ten (10) years at the National Football League (NFL), where she was based primarily in New York (USA) as in-house counsel and then more recently in London where she was Senior Director of Business Affairs for NFL International.
May 18, 2009, 17:58
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Equestrian World Mourns Loss of Olympic Rider Jean-Claude van Geenberghe
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| Jean-Claude Van Geenberghe (1962 - 2009) (photo: (c) Arnd Bronkhorst) |
International show jumping rider Jean-Claude Van Geenberghe (BEL / UKR), 46, passed away on Saturday 9 May while competing at an event in the Ukraine, where he had recently taken up residency. Jean-Claude Van Geenberghe was widely known and respected on the international Jumping circuit, competing at the highest level.
May 14, 2009, 00:52
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FEI Announces Composition of Ethics Panel
(Lausanne, Switzerland) - The FEI has announced the composition of the Ethics Panel formed to assess and further investigate practices among members of the German equestrian team. The Panel will be chaired by former Metropolitan Police Commissioner Lord Stevens (GBR). David O’Connor (USA), Olympic champion and President of the United States Equestrian Federation, Ken Lalo (ISR), chairman of the FEI Tribunal, and John Roche, FEI Director of Jumping, will act as members.
May 10, 2009, 03:11
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FEI Presidential Panel Set Up to Investigate Practices Among Members of the German Equestrian Team
The FEI is establishing a high-level Presidential ethics panel to assess and further investigate practices among members of the German equestrian team. This action is a step in an investigation being conducted further to information that has recently been made available to the FEI, supplemented with recent media reports including admissions by Marco Kutscher, a German jumping rider, and Björn Nolting, the former team veterinarian.
May 5, 2009, 09:20
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Watch the Rolex FEI World Cup™ Jumping and Dressage Finals Live on FEITV and Universal Sports
The Rolex FEI World Cup™ Jumping and Dressage Finals will be broadcast LIVE and playback on www.feitv.org, FEI’s official video website. This service will be available in all countries except for the United States where the competition will be broadcast online by UniversalSports.com .
Apr 15, 2009, 19:45
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FEI Increases Penalty To Chris Ahlmann In Prohibited Substance Case
Today the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) rendered its decision in the prohibited substance case involving the horse Cöster ridden by Christian Ahlmann (GER) at the 2008 Olympic Games.
Apr 2, 2009, 18:08
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2014 FEI World Equestrian Games Are Awarded to Normandie, France
Today the FEI Bureau awarded the 2014 FEI World Equestrian Games to the region of Normandie, France. This will be the seventh edition of the FEI World Equestrian Games and the first one to be held in France.
Mar 31, 2009, 13:02
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FEI Defends Greenwich Location For 2012 Olympics
The FEI would like to reiterate its confidence and faith in LOCOG to ensure that environmental considerations and the local community are placed at the top of the agenda in planning of this world class event. Indeed, LOCOG will undergo a full programme of local community consultation prior to the submission of planning documents later this year, and in addition, ongoing detailed environmental surveys on all ecological aspects of the park will be submitted as part of the environmental impact assessment.
Mar 8, 2009, 11:27
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FEI Clean Sport Commission
The FEI applauds the steps taken by Horse Sport Ireland in furthering the debate on medication control and anti-doping following the launch of the Holmes report at a press conference today in Dublin. The Holmes report compiles the conclusions and recommendations of an expert group chaired by Dr Gordon Holmes set up to look at measures to eradicate prohibited substances and practices from the Irish equestrian sector.
Mar 6, 2009, 20:25
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Import Restrictions Lifted for Horses from Florida Entering Canada
(Canada) - The Breeds & Industry Division of Equine Canada would like to inform all stakeholders of the Canadian horse industry that the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has removed import restrictions on horses from Florida entering Canada that were put in place due to a 2008 outbreak of equine piroplasmosis in the state of Florida.
Feb 27, 2009, 07:10
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FEI Clean Sport Commission: Focus Groups Hold Meetings in Lausanne
(Lausanne, Switzerland) - The focus groups formed by FEI Anti Doping and Medication Commission members, selected experts and FEI staff have begun their work. Four working groups were created: Lab Group; Legal Group; List Group; and Communications and Education Group. Three groups – Lab, Legal and List – met on 29 and 30 January and 4 February respectively. The remaining group - Communications and Education – will meet on 9 February.
Feb 6, 2009, 15:59
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New Restrictions for Equine Imports into Canada from the United States
(Canada) - The Breeds & Industry Division of Equine Canada is advising stakeholders in Canada that the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has announced revised import requirements as a result of the expanding investigation into contagious equine metritis (CEM) in the U.S. The revised import protocols will affect all live horses, semen and embryos entering Canada from the U.S.
Jan 24, 2009, 16:15
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Blyth Tait Leaves Position as New Zealand's High Performance Director
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| Blyth Tait (photo: Nicole Graf/IENN) |
Former Olympic gold medalist and eventing World Champion Blyth Tait has left his position as Eventing High Performance Director of Equestrian Sports New Zealand (ESNZ). Tait's contract ended on 31 December 2008.
Jan 7, 2009, 11:50
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Contagious Equine Metritis Investigation Underway In Canada
(Canada) - The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has launched an investigation after confirming that horse semen was imported into Canada from a United States stallion subsequently determined to be infected with contagious equine metritis (CEM). There are no human health implications with this disease.
Dec 29, 2008, 20:56
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FEI Tribunal Takes a Final Decision in the Prohibited Substance Case Involving the Horse CAMIRO
The panel of the FEI Tribunal has rendered its final decision in the prohibited substance case involving the horse Camiro ridden by Tony Andre Hansen (NOR) at the 2008 Olympic Games.
Dec 22, 2008, 23:22
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National Equine Database Developed In UK: Horse Owners Invited To Take Part In Building Most Trusted and Comprehensive Source of Equine Information Ever Available
The launch of the National Equine Database (NED) gives owners of all horses with UK passports a chance to check the information about their horse or pony online and to raise some money for Equine Charities into the bargain.
Dec 13, 2008, 11:19
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CAS Dismisses Jessica Kuerten's Appeal
The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has issued its decision in the case involving horse Castle Forbes Maike ridden by Jessica Kuerten (IRL) at CSIO La Baule (FRA) in 2007.
Dec 13, 2008, 11:07
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FEI and Heritage Gloves Extend Partnership
The FEI is pleased to announce that the partnership with Heritage Gloves has been extended. This American company became the first exclusive FEI Official Licensee in 2006 and now continues the partnership for 2009.
Dec 11, 2008, 19:18
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Awards and Accolades Conclude FEI General Assembly; Dressage Task Force Set Up
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| The FEI President presents Jenny Ellis with the first ever FEI Best Groom Award |
General Assembly concluded with a wonderful Gala Dinner and Awards Ceremony at the Sociedad Rural in Buenos Aires.
Nov 22, 2008, 21:47
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FEI General Assembly Update from Buenos Aires
(Argentina) - Eighty-three National Federations gathered in Argentina for the 2009 General Assembly. Jumping, Eventing, Driving, Endurance, Vaulting, Reining, the Athletes Committee, Elections & Appointments, and Development Matters were discussed today.
Nov 21, 2008, 19:40
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FEI Creates Commission On Medication and Doping
On behalf of all those who contribute to the equestrian family, the FEI, governing body of international equestrian sport, today announced the creation of a commission on medication and doping chaired by Dr. Arne Ljungqvist, Chairman of the IOC Medical Commission and Vice President of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA).
Nov 19, 2008, 20:59
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2008 FEI General Assembly: Allocation of Championships by the FEI Bureau
Championships were allocated for 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011.
Nov 17, 2008, 15:12
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2008 FEI General Assembly Gets Underway in Buenos Aires
(Argentina) - The 2008 FEI General Assembly week got underway this morning in Buenos Aires and is set to run through until Saturday 22 November. An impressive number of meetings are scheduled for the week, including the General Assembly on Thursday 21 November, as well as informative sessions and forums with guest speakers on the current issues facing the sport today.
Nov 17, 2008, 14:02
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FEI Executive Board Calls for Immediate Resignation of the FEI Dressage Committee
The FEI Executive Board has requested the immediate resignation of the entire FEI Dressage Committee. The FEI Executive Board has taken this decision following a series of issues indicating the current Committee’s lack of flexibility on certain key matters. The Committee has been seen to work in isolation, not fully representing the interests of the Dressage community as a whole.
Nov 4, 2008, 07:46
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Import Restrictions Announced for Horses from Florida Entering Canada
(Ottawa, ON) — The Breeds & Industry Division of Equine Canada would like to inform all stakeholders of the Canadian horse industry that the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has imposed import restrictions on horses from Florida entering Canada due to a 2008 outbreak of equine piroplasmosis in the state of Florida.
Oct 30, 2008, 11:45
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Blue Grass Airport Named Official Airport of the 2010 Games
(Lexington, KY, USA) - The World Games 2010 Foundation today announced Blue Grass Airport as the Official Airport of the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games.
Sep 23, 2008, 22:35
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2009 FEI European Jumping and Dressage Championships - Tickets Now On Sale
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| Windsor Castle (IENN photo) |
(Great Britain) - The ticket box office for the Federation Equestre Internationale (FEI) European Jumping and Dressage Championships 2009 is now open. The event will take place in the magnificent private grounds of Windsor Castle, UK on the dates of 25th - 30th August 2009.
Sep 16, 2008, 10:08
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World Games 2010 Foundation Selects Director of Hospitality Programs
(Lexington, KY, USA) - The World Games 2010 Foundation today announced that Mrs. Kim Bennett has been selected as Director of Hospitality Programs for the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games.
Aug 8, 2008, 20:59
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Jessica Kurten's Suspension Put On Hold
The FEI has been informed by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) that the suspension of Jessica Kürten (IRL) has been provisionally put on hold starting on 15 July 2008. The suspension was the result of a prohibited substance being found in horse Castle Forbes Maike, ridden by Kurten at the international jumping show La Baule in 2007.
Jul 13, 2008, 21:50
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FEI Appoints New Executive Director of Sport
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| David Holmes, FEI Executive Director, Sports (photo: FEI) |
(Lausanne, Switzerland) - David Holmes of Great Britain has been appointed to the key position of FEI Executive Director, Sports. In this role, Mr Holmes will lead the FEI Sports Departments and manage their planning, financial and operational activities; he will monitor the liaison with the International Olympic Committee, the International Paralympic Committee and the Organizing Committees in charge of the Olympic, Paralympic, and Youth Olympic Games and will coordinate the FEI World Equestrian Games, Regional Games and Championships.
Jun 17, 2008, 21:00
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World Games 2010 Foundation Selects Marketing Coordinator
(Lexington, KY, USA0 - The World Games 2010 Foundation today announced that Mr. Matt Reiter has been selected as Marketing Coordinator for the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games.
Jun 14, 2008, 09:12
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Two Month Suspension For Jessica Kurten
Following the decision of the FEI Tribunal in the positive medication case involving the horse Castle Forbes Maike ridden at CSIO 5* La Baule in May 2007, the person responsible - Jessica Kürten of Ireland – filed an appeal with the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) on 5 June 2008. The CAS has ruled that the request for a stay had to be dismissed, and Jessica Kürten is therefore suspended for two months, starting from 7 June to 6 August.
Jun 12, 2008, 09:13
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Candy Burnyeat Made Ad Interim FEI Communications Director
In advance of the appointment of a person to the new position of FEI Communications Director, the FEI has seconded Candy Burnyeat to carry out the role of Communications Director. This interim appointment has been made specifically to prepare the department for the new structure, to address internal communications within the FEI family and to ensure the highest standards of media delivery for the Olympic Games for all our stakeholders.
May 30, 2008, 21:03
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FEI Tribunal Issues Decision In Case Of Jessica Kurten
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| (image courtesy FEI) |
The FEI Tribunal has issued its decision in the case involving Jessica Kürten at last year’s CSIO 5* in La Baule (FRA), 10-13 May 2007, resulting in a two-month suspension for the athlete. Mrs. Kürten, who had placed first on Castle Forbes Maike, subsequently was the subject of a medication control violation when her mount tested positive to a prohibited substance. The substance, Etoricoxib, is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory classified by the FEI as medication prohibited in competition.
May 7, 2008, 21:12
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CAS upholds FEI decision regarding the 2 year suspension for Michael Benjamin
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The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has upheld the decision by the FEI Tribunal with respect to the disqualification and two-year suspension of Michael Benjamin (RSA).
Apr 26, 2008, 00:38
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Work Permit Update For International Officials at Equine Canada Competitions
(Canada) - Equine Canada is pleased to inform all Equine Canada competitions that any official traveling to Canada to officiate an equestrian event at any level (local, provincial, national and international) of sport competition does not require a work permit to work at Canadian competitions.
Apr 20, 2008, 08:29
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FEI Tribunal To Receive File of Castle Forbes Maike Ridden By Jessica Kurten
The complete file on the positive medication case involving the horse Castle Forbes Maike ridden by Jessica Kuerten (IRL) at CSI 5* La Baule in May 2007 has been forwarded to the FEI Tribunal. The Tribunal’s decision will be announced and published as soon as it is taken.
Mar 15, 2008, 16:13
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FEI Appoints Secretary General
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| (image courtesy FEI) |
The President of the Fédération Equestre Internationale, HRH Princess Haya, has today announced the appointment of Alex McLin to the position of Secretary General, effective immediately. The appointment follows an extensive consultation period, with the National Federations, and the interviewing of a number of external candidates. Mr. McLin, who joined the FEI in March 2005, is currently the General Counsel & Deputy Secretary General of the FEI and has been Acting Secretary General since September 2007.
Mar 10, 2008, 16:27
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New FEI Podcast Conveys Monthly Messages by the FEI Deputy Secretary General
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In a bid to ensure that information flow be varied and multi-faceted, the FEI launched a podcast service which can now be viewed at the FEI's website.
Mar 7, 2008, 06:55
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Eight-Time Olympian, Ian Millar, Loses Wife Lynn After Long Illness
(Canada) - Lynn Millar, wife of Canada's most frequent Olympian, Ian Millar, passed away today after a long illness, at the family's Millar Brooke Farm in Perth, Ontario.
Mar 6, 2008, 19:39
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Prize Money Increased For CHIO Aachen - High Demand For Tickets
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| (image courtesy CHIO Aachen) |
(Germany) - Once again the prize-money of the World Equestrian Festival, CHIO Aachen, is being increased. The overall prize-money now adds up to 1.67 million Euros, up from last year's total of 1.55 million Euros. The competition with the most prize-money is the ROLEX Grand Prix with 350,000 Euros.
Feb 24, 2008, 20:02
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Singapore to Host First Edition of Youth Olympic Games
Jacques Rogge, President of the International Olympic Committee, announced via live web-cast Singapore as the host city of the first edition of the Youth Olympic Games to take place in 2010.
Feb 22, 2008, 18:30
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