2024-07-06 02:04:26
What special moments were experienced at the swearing-in of the Guatemalan delegation to the Paris 2024 Olympic Gameswith the Emotional speech by flag bearer Kevin Cordón badminton.
In the swearing-in of the athletes in it Sport’s palace There were very emotional speeches, but listening to the flag bearer Cordon It touched us deeply and brought tears to many of those present. Here’s what he said so you can get emotional too. How cool!
Paris 2024: This was the emotional speech of the flag bearer Kevin Cordón
After announcing and swearing in the standard-bearers Kevin Badminton cord y Waleska Soto of hunting gun shootingthey were given the national flag as a symbol of commitment, for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.
He Zacapanecan He approached the microphone to give his first words: «I want to thank the leaders, family members and athletes.»Kevin said, pausing. «It is very difficult to speak»he said, emotionally, his voice breaking. He covered his eyes and tears were running down his face, while those present in the auditorium applauded.
«I am very happy to have been named flag bearer. I am not saying this as an athlete, but as a Guatemalan. This is a great privilege.»added the badminton team.
The boy from Zacapa who dreamed of going to the Olympics
Kevin thanked his family, who since he was 11 years old in the Union, Zacapamotivated him to practice a sport, until now when he will fulfill his dream of going to his fifth Olympic Games and he will do so as a flag bearer. «I want to thank you all for my sports training as well as my personal training.»the national team member acknowledged.
He also took the opportunity to congratulate the coachesbecause he assured that thanks to them and their work the objective of qualify for the Olympicsbecause they are always close to the athleteswho on this occasion, will be 15 in Paris.
The special message to the athletes
To conclude his speech, he addressed the delegates and his fellow athletes about their dedication, sacrifice and loyalty to the sport. «Comrades, it is a very nice thing to fulfill this dream and you are already living it. First, you have already achieved it, which is to qualify. I tell you with all my heart to enjoy it, you know that you must give everything in each competition, but you must enjoy it.»the standard-bearer reiterated.
He also reminded them that every time they go out to a competence They no longer represent a sport or a federation, they do it as Guatemalan. «When we leave, we are no longer an example for just one group, but for all the children of Guatemala. We hope that it will be good news that comes from Paris.»he said goodbye excitedly, while looking at the classifieds, who happily applauded him.
Kevin reminded us of the excited little boy who competes for the first time and what does it look like bandera excited, because in the audience there would be his family, friends, leaders and press, to witness his dedication in each competence.
Just like Cordón, 14 other athletes will proudly wear their uniforms and formal attire in Paris, where they will give their best effort. We are so proud of you!
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