142 Quotes by Jacques Rogge

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    Certainly within the sports world, there is a clear move toward a unified team. We can only say 'why not ?' It is a great symbol.

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    To find somebody guilty of doping you don't necessarily need urine and blood samples. It can also be based on circumstantial evidence.

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    Please, compete in the spirit of fair play, mutual understanding and respect. And above all, please compete cleanly by refusing doping.

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    What we have done today is retained five cities which we believe will deliver, but we will have to check if they do deliver,

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    The journey of the flame is what brings the Games closer to society and allows society to take part in the Games.

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    I think the deterrent effect and the message has been sent since Salt Lake City. The athletes know that the noose is tightening. They will probably, I hope so, be more careful and wiser. But you can't guarantee that.

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    You have to know what's happening in the locker rooms, you have to know what's happening at the grass-roots level. That's the best way to work.

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