CYPRUS’ silver medal winner, Pavlos Kontides, was yesterday the guest of honour at the British High Commission’s London 2012 – Legacy event.
Children from the Pancyprian Gymnasium as well as the Ayios Andreas primary school were also on hand to hear Pavlos share his experiences and stories from the London 2012 Olympic Games. They even had the opportunity to learn how to handle a sailing boat, a LASER under the expert tuition of the sailing silver medallist.
Speaking at the event, the British High Commissioner, Matthew Kidd said that the London 2012 Games had always been about securing a legacy for the future, and it was exciting to witness medal winners like Kontides pass on their experiences to the younger generation here in Cyprus. “But as we say goodbye to the achievements and successes, the end of the Games does not mean the end of the London 2012 spirit. Our attention turns to ensuring that the Games, and all the individual stories of achievement and dedication that made them a success, have the right sort of impact for the longer term, stimulating following generations to engage in sport and apply the Olympic values. The legacy of the Games is to inspire future generations, to change lives and to break down barriers. It is a legacy that I hope goes beyond the sporting field,” the High Commissioner said.
Kontides, 22, urged the students to set goals and pursue their dreams.
Cyprus Mail
