Vancouver 2010 2010 Winter Olympic Games
The 21st Winter Olympic Games are being held in Vancouver, making it the third time Canada has hosted the Olympics. Between February 12 and 28 the city will mainly be the venue for sports played on ice, while skiing and some other events will take place in the nearby resort of Whistler. This year the Winter Olympics will feature 15 sports.
Related links
- 2010 Winter Olympic Games official website: www.vancouver2010.com
- Czech Olympic Committee website: www.olympic.cz
Czech team
The Czech Olympic Committee is sending 92 athletes to Vancouver, making it the largest Czech team for a Winter Olympics in history. Among the country’s strongest medal hopefuls are Martina Sáblíková and Kateřina Novotná (speed skating), Lukáš Bauer (cross-country skiing), Šárka Záhrobská (slalom), and Tomáš Kraus (ski cross).
