Of all the stadiums I’ve performed in, that one was the most epic. I’m disappointed that we weren’t able to do better. Except than that, I liked everything about it.
The decision to allow Van de Velde to participate has sparked controversy, although an IOC spokesman, Mark Adams, has said that it would be inaccurate to say that there was comfort and happiness.
The Dutch National Olympic Committee and we have had extensive discussions, as we have already said.
A significant amount of rehabilitation has happened and robust protection measures have been implemented since a crime occurred ten years ago.
The sportsman isn’t even planning to remain in the town. The judgment has been clarified by the NOC, in our opinion.
Feel free to describe it whatever you like—it’s comfortable and happy—but the description they provided is accurate, so we’ll keep things as they are.
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