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Should different Olympic events be held in different cities?

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Jeffrey Wong, 19, Diocesan Boys' School

Sportsmen compete for medals, while cities bid to host the Olympic Games. These things have always made headlines.

This year, the spotlight is on the Beijing Olympics. Yet, some of the Games events will take place in other cities like Hong Kong and Qinhuangdao in Shandong province . Do such arrangements make sense?

Large-scale sports competitions can cause serious disruptions to a city. There will be thousands of visitors, sparking traffic jams and transport problems.

By holding all events in one city, the problems can be confined to that particular place. Therefore, the adverse effects on daily life can be reduced to a minimum by using the resources in a more efficient and effective manner. With different host cities, travelling can disrupt athletes' preparation.

Also, we have to consider the importance of the Olympic Games. According to the International Olympic Committee, the competition helps to bring together people from around the world and promote peace and harmony.

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