Coventry praises Senegal’s youth at YOG opening
By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on Africa Top Sports
At the opening of the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games (YOG) on 31 October, International Olympic Committee president Kirsty Coventry praised the role of Senegal’s young people and the welcome extended to delegations. She described the Games as a space for cultural exchange and encounters between young athletes, according to remarks reported by Wiwsport.
International Olympic Committee (IOC) president Kirsty Coventry praised the creativity and dynamism of Senegal’s young people at the opening ceremony of the Dakar Youth Olympic Games (YOG) on Saturday 31 October. The Zimbabwean leader also thanked the authorities, the organising committee and the public for their welcome, according to remarks reported by Wiwsport.
Kirsty Coventry urged the young athletes to believe in their dreams and make the most of the YOG to meet other participants. She said the event encourages cultural exchange and friendships among young people from different countries, beyond sporting results, according to Wiwsport.
The ceremony marked the launch of the fourth edition of the Summer YOG, following Singapore, Nanjing and Buenos Aires. Dakar 2026 is the first edition of the YOG to be held in Africa.
