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News, information and stories about the Olympic Games in Athens 2004 and the Olympics in general up until 2007.

Friday, September 03, 2004

Symbolism

Even though the Olympics 2008 in Beijing are still four years away, people are setting their minds to what should be the symbol for those Games.

I understand that three students, from Ningbo University, have started a campaign for the Tibetan antelope to be the mascot for the 2008 Olympics.

They have started a bicycle journey, with a banner proclaiming their support for the symbol; and are collecting signatures in support of their cause.

I understand that they have covered over 3500KM.

The antelope is on the endangered species list, and there is a campaign to protect it.

To read more about the antelope, and to see a very cute picture of one, visit Tibetan Antelope.

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