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A rich sporting history is something our country can take pride in. Since their debut at the Olympic Games in 1952, our athletes have achieved numerous remarkable victories. The USSR and later the Russian national team have consistently ranked among the world’s strongest. The fortitude and character of our Olympians were applauded around the globe.
Soviet and Russian sport has encountered numerous challenges but has persevered and has already produced an entire generation of new talents. The country’s history is intricately intertwined with its sporting history. Sporting successes are a national treasure. The achievements of our nation’s finest athletes have inspired hundreds of thousands, even millions of people worldwide. The “Games and People” project remembers their accomplishments and their stories, and looks to the future with confidence in the excellent prospects of Russian sport.