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YEREVAN, AUGUST 4, ARMENPRESS. President of Armenia Serzh Sargsyan has addressed a message to the Armenian delegation members who departed for Brazil to participate in the 31st Olympic Games, press service of the Presidential administration informed “Armenpress”.
The President’s message reads:
“Dear Olympic athletes,
You are given an excellent opportunity to defend the honor of our country’s sport in the 31st Olympic Games on August 5 in Rio de Janeiro.
Great sport requires work, discipline and faith in our own abilities. The Olympic Games unite strong and courageous people. By these characteristics you have already received the right to present our country in the Olympic Games. It is already a great honor. It remains for you to succeed in the Olympic Games and properly represent Armenia to the entire Armenian people and the world’s sport fans.
We believe in the Armenian delegation comprised of 33 athletes, which is the largest in terms of the number since the independence of our country. You can and you must develop what has been achieved and took a place in the Olympic pedestal. You have repeatedly confirmed your high order, you have the relevant skills, good general training, the necessary experience and high volitional qualities.
We hope you will meet the expectations and the Armenian flag will be raised in the Olympic Games thanks to your victory.
I wish you good luck and a victorious return to the Motherland”.