Georgia: The National Olympic Committee of Georgia, under the leadership of SEOK President Leri Khabelov, held its first Executive Committee meeting since the Paris Olympic Games on Wednesday, September 4, 2024.
At the Executive Committee meeting, they discussed the results of Georgian athletes’ competition at the XXXIII Summer Olympic Games, focusing on their outstanding performance.
The Georgian Olympic delegation made history with their return from the Paris Olympic Games, boasting a record-breaking medal haul of 3 gold, 3 silver, and 1 bronze. This remarkable feat propelled Georgia to the 24th position among 206 countries in the overall team standings, a historic milestone in the nation’s Olympic history.
During the meeting, the Executive Committee members were quick to praise the competitiveness and dedication of the Georgian athletes. They also underscored the role of strategic planning, a key factor that contributed to the exceptional performances and successes of the athletes.
The committee acknowledged the hard work of coaches, support staff, and the athletes themselves, emphasizing the crucial and ongoing importance of continued investment in sports development, fostering a sense of commitment to the cause.
In addition to reviewing the Olympic results, the committee discussed plans for the upcoming SEOK anniversary accounting election session. The decision was made to reconvene the Executive Committee shortly to finalize the date and details of this important event.
The meeting concluded with a strong recommitment from the SEOK Executive Committee to foster athletic excellence and prepare for future competitions. The committee members expressed their unwavering confidence in the potential of Georgian athletes to achieve even greater success on the international stage.
Georgian National Olympic Committee
The Georgian National Olympic Committee (GNOC) is the national Olympic organization for Georgia. It was established in 1989 and recognized by the International Olympic Committee in 1993. The GNOC’s address is 11 Machabeli Street, 0105 Tbilisi, Georgia, and its phone number is +995 32 251 0057.