In her element! Kirsty Coventry has just spent three days in Singapore, which is hosting the World Swimming ChampionshipsThe former swimmer attended several races alongside Singapore's head of state, Tharman Shanmugaratnam, and presented the women's 100m backstroke medals, won by Australian Kaylee McKeown.
« Keep pushing the boundaries. Keep leading by example. This will only strengthen our sport and inspire generations to come. The Olympic Movement sees you as a strong and valuable partnerI look forward to continuing to build a beautiful future with all of you., the IOC president said to the aquatics community. As athletes, Our ambition is to inspire future generations, far beyond the one that follows us. Everyone gathered here fully embodies this mission. Thank you for ensuring that sport remains a fantastic opportunity for young people to achieve their dreams. »
Welcomed to Singapore by the President of the local NOC and Minister for Sustainability and Environment, Grace Fu, Kirsty Coventry met President Tharman Shanmugaratnam to evoke " the unifying power of sport and its positive impact on society " She also met with the President of the Japanese Olympic Committee, Seiko Hashimoto, representatives of the NOC of Uzbekistan and several IOC members. The IOC President also attended the induction ceremony at the Swimming Hall of Fame, during which Joseph Schooling, Singapore's first Olympic champion, was consecrated.
