MINSK, 23 March (BelTA) – Team Belarus uniforms for the Tokyo Games were presented at the Falcon Club Arena sports and entertainment complex in Minsk. The presentation was timed to the 30th anniversary of the National Olympic Committee (NOC), BelTA has learned.
Among guests of honor were famous Belarusian athletes, sports functionaries, public figures and artists, journalists.
NOC President Viktor Lukashenko congratulated all the attendees on the 30th anniversary of the organization, noting that in a relatively short period of independence Belarus achieved significant results in the international sports arena. “High-quality infrastructure, professional coaches and talented athletes allow us to reach Olympic heights. The doors of the NOC are open to everyone: we welcome new initiatives, interesting projects, fruitful and constructive work to strengthen the Olympic movement. We remain committed to hosting major sports events under the auspices of international federations, which draw a lot of attention in our country,” Viktor Lukashenko said.
On behalf of the Belarusian Olympic family he thanked sports veterans for their great services to sport. “You have left a great legacy that allows a new generation of Belarusian athletes to achieve new heights. Undoubtedly, much has already been done. But there is still more to be done. I am sure that the successful performance of our athletes at the Summer Olympics in Tokyo and the Winter Olympics in Beijing will be the best gift to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the NOC of Belarus,” he added.
Viktor Lukashenko wished everyone strong health, high spirits, new achievements, and new great moments in the history of Belarusian sport! “I thank all Belarusian Olympians for their skill, persistence, and will to win, for joy and pride you bring to millions of Belarusians,” he said.
The NOC and the Solo-Pinsk private company spent two years to develop the design of the outfits. The uniform kit consists of 44 items. The design accommodates modern athletic wear styles, wishes of Belarusian Olympians and climatic conditions of the host country.
For the first time in its history, Team Belarus will perform under the Team BY brand that was unveiled at the end of 2018. The logo features a stork - the symbol of Belarus. Its design symbolizes the team's determination to win and reach new heights. Team BY is a registered trademark of the NOC of Belarus; its use, including for advertising purposes, by third-party organizations is allowed only upon the conclusion of licensing agreements.
