Amir opens 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani patronised the inauguration ceremony of the 3-2-1 Qatar Olympic and Sports Museum, at Khalifa International Stadium Wednesday evening.

His Highness the Amir toured the various sections of the museum where he was briefed on the exhibits and collection that chronicles sports and Qatari athletes, the history of the Olympic Games in Qatar, and the most important developments in sports culture among Arabs in particular and the world in general. His Highness the Amir also toured the galleries that house sports collectibles and photos from all over the world, and display screens that include information on the types of sports and Olympic games.

The inauguration ceremony included a performance by the children's choir of Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra and a speech by HE Chairperson of Qatar Museums Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad al-Thani.

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His Highness the Amir then honoured national athlete Mutaz Essa Barshim and Italian athlete Gianmarco Tamberi, high jump gold medalists at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games.

The ceremony was attended by His Highness Personal Representative of the Amir Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad al-Thani and HE President of Qatar Olympic Committee Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad al-Thani.

Also present on the occasion were President of the International Olympic Committee Dr Thomas Bach, FIFA President Gianni Infantino, and a number of Sheikhs, Ministers, high-ranking officials and those interested in sports affairs, and guests. (QNA)

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