September 18, 2009
Romeby FIRS Secretariat
During the Opening Ceremony, Roberto Marotta, FIRS Secretary General and CIC President, officially opened the 2009 Speed Skating World Championships that is taking plaace in Haining, China.
The Opening Ceremony was held in the Municipal Sport Centre, full of fan of our beloved sport. 585 athletes from 40 Countries paraded to present their National flags to the public. Today at 7 p.m., local hours, the competition will start.
Below you can find some pictures of the first day and the Indian Speed Skating Team 2009