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18/09/2024
Homecoming Celebration For Ni's Olympic And Paralympic Athletes
A homecoming celebration event for Northern Ireland's Olympic and Paralympic athletes is to be held at Belfast's SSE Arena on 03 October, to mark the extraordinary success achieved by the local competitors.
Announcing the Paris Celebration Event, Sports Minister Gordon Lyons, said: "Every local athlete who took part in the Olympic and Paralympic Games in Paris is an inspiration. To have made it to the highest echelons of their chosen sport is a remarkable achievement in itself.
"In terms of the medals won, this was a benchmark Games for our athletes in both Team GB & NI and Team Ireland. I'm pleased to say many of those who graced the podium in Paris will be attending this event.
"But this is about marking the Olympic journey of all those who took part. These exceptional individuals made it to the Games after years of hard work, dedication and sacrifice.
"Collectively, across a diverse range of sports, their efforts stand as an extraordinary accomplishment – and an immense source of pride for everyone cheering their progress.
"All those who participated can be quite rightly proud of their role in Northern Ireland's sporting history.
"This is an opportunity for us to come together and applaud all those who helped to set new standards in sporting excellence."
Hosted by BBC's Stephen Watson and Olympian - now broadcaster and author - Aimee Fuller, the event will also feature music from DJ Pete Snodden and singer Ryan McMullan.
Tickets for the event cost £1, and will be available via www.ticketmaster.ie and www.ssearenabelfast.com from 12 noon today, Wednesday, September 18.
Announcing the Paris Celebration Event, Sports Minister Gordon Lyons, said: "Every local athlete who took part in the Olympic and Paralympic Games in Paris is an inspiration. To have made it to the highest echelons of their chosen sport is a remarkable achievement in itself.
"In terms of the medals won, this was a benchmark Games for our athletes in both Team GB & NI and Team Ireland. I'm pleased to say many of those who graced the podium in Paris will be attending this event.
"Collectively, across a diverse range of sports, their efforts stand as an extraordinary accomplishment – and an immense source of pride for everyone cheering their progress.
"All those who participated can be quite rightly proud of their role in Northern Ireland's sporting history.
"This is an opportunity for us to come together and applaud all those who helped to set new standards in sporting excellence."
Hosted by BBC's Stephen Watson and Olympian - now broadcaster and author - Aimee Fuller, the event will also feature music from DJ Pete Snodden and singer Ryan McMullan.
Tickets for the event cost £1, and will be available via www.ticketmaster.ie and www.ssearenabelfast.com from 12 noon today, Wednesday, September 18.
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