The Dutch news channel had some good littly tidbits about Vancouver, including the history of the name of the city. The name originates from the name van Coeverden, a Dutch surname meaning from the city of Coevorden. Over the years and generations it became Vancouver. More here. The news went on to compare Vancouver to Coevorden, and apparently they actually have very similar weather. Now you know.The winter sports are very important to the Dutch team, mostly because of all the (speed) skating competitions. This year's team from Holland has 36 athletes competing in many of the sports.
If there is one Dutchie in particular to keep your eye on it is Sven Kramer, speedskater. He will be competing already today in the 5000 meter against America's Shani Davis. Very exciting indeed.
Keep your eyes out for the very orange fans at the Olympic games! When your'e not rooting for an American, why not root for a Dutchie?! And let's hope there are no more accidents, fatal or otherwise, these Olympic games.
2 comments:
Yep, it's Svencouver, for certain! What a great victory. I suspect there may be some partying going on at the moment.
I TiVo'd the event if Tom and Liz want to relive the glory.
GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO SVEN KRAMER!!!!
He's the best!! just wait and see! Svencouver is a briliant name David, I really like that!
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