Quanhai Li Re-Elected as World Sailing President for Another Four-Year Term

Historic Re-Election at the World Sailing General Assembly : Incumbent World Sailing President, Quanhai Li, secured re-election for another four-year term at the World Sailing General Assembly held in Singapore. With a decisive victory, Li garnered 55 votes, while Philippe Rogge (BEL) received 29 votes, and Rodion Luka (UKR) secured just two votes in the first and only round of voting.

President Li’s Commitment to Sailing

Following his re-election, President Quanhai Li expressed his gratitude to the delegates and outlined his vision for the next four years. Emphasizing the importance of collaboration and progress, he paid tribute to outgoing Board members, acknowledging their significant contributions.

Quanhai Li stated, “I thank the delegates for their continued support. I commit to working with the new World Sailing Board to continue to build on the stability and culture of collaboration we have worked so hard to foster over the last four years. Our sport, and our federation, has a bright future with new opportunities ahead of us.”

Tribute to Outgoing Board Members

Li also recognized the efforts of departing Board members, Philip Baum, Sarah Kenny, Yann Rocherieux, and Marcus Spillane, and expressed his appreciation for their dedication. “Each of them leaves with sailing in a better place,” he noted, acknowledging the lasting impact of their work over the past term.

Strong Support from the International Olympic Committee

The re-election of Quanhai Li was celebrated by Thomas Bach, the outgoing President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC). Bach commended Li’s leadership and emphasized the importance of the partnership between World Sailing and the IOC.

“This re-election is a confirmation of the contribution you have made to the world of sailing, and your leadership,” Bach said. “The IOC greatly appreciates the relationship with World Sailing and your continuous support, which contributed to the success of the Olympic Games Paris 2024. We trust that we will continue this excellent partnership towards the upcoming Youth Olympic Games Dakar 2026 and Olympic Games LA 2028.”

Looking Ahead: The Future of World Sailing

President Quanhai Li’s leadership over the past four years has focused on fostering stability and collaboration within the sailing community. With a new Board set to take over, Li remains committed to expanding opportunities and strengthening the global presence of the sport. The next four years promise to be pivotal as World Sailing looks forward to major events, including the Youth Olympic Games Dakar 2026 and the Olympic Games Los Angeles 2028.

Key Takeaways

• Event: Quanhai Li re-elected as World Sailing President in Singapore.
• Voting Results: Li received 55 votes; Philippe Rogge got 29 votes, and Rodion Luka secured 2 votes.
• Support from IOC: Thomas Bach praised Li’s contributions and emphasized ongoing collaboration for future Olympic events.

Here are some MCQs based on the article:

1. Where was Quanhai Li re-elected as World Sailing President for a further four-year term?
   A) Tokyo
   B) New York
   C) Singapore
   D) London
   
   Answer: C) Singapore
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2. How many votes did Quanhai Li receive during his re-election?
   A) 29 votes
   B) 55 votes
   C) 2 votes
   D) 75 votes
   
   Answer: B) 55 votes
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3. Who was the candidate that received only two votes in the World Sailing General Assembly election?
   A) Philippe Rogge
   B) Rodion Luka
   C) Thomas Bach
   D) Philip Baum
   
   Answer: B) Rodion Luka
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4. What did Quanhai Li emphasize as his focus for the next four years?
   A) Building new sailing schools
   B) Expanding into space exploration
   C) Stability and collaboration in World Sailing
   D) Creating an Olympic sailing museum
   
   Answer: C) Stability and collaboration in World Sailing
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5. Which outgoing organization President praised Quanhai Li for his contributions to the world of sailing?
   A) Sebastian Coe
   B) Gianni Infantino
   C) Thomas Bach
   D) David Haggerty
   
   Answer: C) Thomas Bach
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6. What did Thomas Bach highlight as a significant aspect of World Sailing’s contributions?
   A) Development of new water sports
   B) Support for the Olympic Games Paris 2024
   C) Introduction of motorboat racing
   D) Hosting the Winter Sailing Championship
   
   Answer: B) Support for the Olympic Games Paris 2024
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7. Which upcoming events were mentioned as key future opportunities for World Sailing?
   A) Asian Games 2026 and Commonwealth Games 2028
   B) Olympic Games LA 2028 and Youth Olympic Games Dakar 2026
   C) FIFA World Cup 2026 and Winter Olympics 2028
   D) Cricket World Cup 2027 and Basketball World Cup 2028
   
   Answer: B) Olympic Games LA 2028 and Youth Olympic Games Dakar 2026
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8. How did President Quanhai Li express his gratitude to the departing Board members?
   A) By organizing a farewell sailing event
   B) By acknowledging their contributions publicly
   C) By offering them new positions in the federation
   D) By writing a book about their achievements
   
   Answer: B) By acknowledging their contributions publicly
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9. Who are some of the Board members mentioned as departing after the World Sailing Elections?
   A) Philip Baum and Marcus Spillane
   B) Sebastian Coe and Usain Bolt
   C) Gianni Infantino and David Haggerty
   D) Michael Phelps and Katie Ledecky
   
   Answer: A) Philip Baum and Marcus Spillane
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10. What is one of the key messages Quanhai Li conveyed about the future of World Sailing?
    A) The sport is declining in popularity
    B) The sport has a bright future with new opportunities
    C) Sailing events will only be hosted in Europe
    D) The federation plans to reduce the number of competitions
    
    Answer: B) The sport has a bright future with new opportunities
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