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The Hon. Timothy T. T. Fok, in his
speech during the luncheon, stated that apart from the promotion of sport in
Hong Kong, the Federation had also contributed in the development of art.
“Olympic Art & Sport Contest 2004” was an art competition organized by
the Federation and the International Olympic Committee in celebration of the
Athens Olympics 2004. The competition was divided into two phases: - Hong Kong
Phase and International Phase. The Hong Kong Phase was organized by the
Federation and co-organized by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department and
the Hong Kong Arts Development Council. A total of 17 art pieces, including 9
sculptures and 8 paintings had been submitted to the Competition. One painting
from Mr. Chu Hing Wah and one sculpture from Ms. Joyce S. W. Hsu were selected
and sent to the Olympic Museum at Lausanne for international competition. The
result for the international phase was released on 6 May 2004, in which artists
from People’s Republic of China and United State of America had won the 1st
prize in painting and sculpture category respectively.
The Hon. Timothy T. T. Fok took this
opportunity in the luncheon to present the 2004 IOC Trophy “Sport and Media”
to Mr. Wai Kee Shun for his contribution to local sport and media. Different
themes were attached to the IOC Trophy each year aiming to honour sports
personnels with great contribution to Olympic Movement. It is a great honour
given to the awardees through the nomination of NOCs.
Issued by: Sports
Federation & Olympic Committee of Hong Kong, China
Date:
28 May 2004
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