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ELTA Adds Youth Olympic Broadcast – Cheer for Taiwan’s Athletes Together
December 14, 2018
Exciting events continue one after another!
You may still be immersed in the impressive performances of Taiwan’s athletes at the Asian Games, but the 3rd Summer Youth Olympic Games will soon take place in Buenos Aires, Argentina, from October 7 to 19 (Taiwan time). ELTA, broadcasting the Youth Olympics for the third consecutive edition, invites Taiwanese viewers to cheer for our young athletes. This year, some national athletes from the Asian Games will also join as commentators, sharing their professional insights and first-hand experiences from the field. You can support Team Taiwan in real-time through three platforms: “Chunghwa Telecom MOD ELTA Sports,” “Hami Video,” and “ELTA TV (ELTA OTT).” Feel the Future!
Two Editions of Youth Olympics Coverage — Witnessing the Rise of Future Stars
Although the Youth Olympics has a short history, it is undeniably an important stepping stone for young athletes entering the global stage. Many of Taiwan’s sports stars — including boxer Chen Nien-chin, badminton player Lee Chia-hsin, archer Tan Ya-ting, weightlifters Kuo Hsing-chun and Chiang Nien-hsin, and track and field athletes Cheng Chao-tsun and Yang Chun-han — first shined at the Youth Olympics, gaining confidence that later carried them to stardom. Through coverage of the previous two Youth Olympics, ELTA has documented the growth of these Taiwanese champions. Even Chinese tennis player Zheng Saisai, who rose to fame in recent years, first made her mark at the inaugural Youth Olympic Games — showing how vital this event is for young athletes.
Youth Olympic Spirit — Returning to the Roots of Sportsmanship
The Youth Olympics differs from traditional sports events by minimizing commercial elements, focusing instead on nurturing young talent. The idea originated from former IOC President Jacques Rogge, who took office in 2001 and sought to reinforce Olympic values among youth. His vision for a global sporting event dedicated to young athletes was endorsed by the IOC in 2007, leading to the first Youth Olympics in Singapore (2010) and the second in Nanjing, China (2014).
Taiwan Team Sets New Record — 61 Athletes Competing in Buenos Aires
In the past two Youth Olympic Games, Taiwan’s athletes earned a total of 3 gold, 8 silver, and 3 bronze medals. This year, the team will send a record-breaking 61 athletes competing in 20 disciplines. Tennis bronze medalist Liang En-shuo, rising men’s tennis star Tseng Chun-hsin, and young archer Tang Chih-chun will all aim for gold. With many promising international stars also competing, thrilling matches are guaranteed. ELTA TV will exclusively broadcast this world-class U18 multi-sport event in Taiwan — a spectacle you won’t want to miss!
ELTA’s Dedication to Sports — Inviting You to Cheer for Taiwan
2018 is a landmark year for global sports. From the Winter Olympics and FIFA World Cup to the Asian Games and now the Youth Olympics, plus major leagues like the BWF Badminton World Tour and CPBL, ELTA continues to bring world-class action to fans. Upcoming highlights include the UEFA Champions League, the High School Baseball “Black Panther Cup,” the Asian Women’s Volleyball Championship, and the ISU Figure Skating Grand Prix. Stay tuned to ELTA TV for nonstop world-class sports!
For more details, please visit ELTA’s official website (elta.tv) or check our Facebook page!
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How to Watch the 2018 Youth Olympic Games:
TV Platform: Chunghwa Telecom MOD
ELTA Sports 3 (CH 202)
Online/Mobile Platforms:
ELTA TV, Hami Video Live Streaming
▶ www.elta.tv
▶ https://goo.gl/I1d2zi
Social Media:
ELTA Sports Official YouTube
▶ www.youtube.com/ELTASPORTSHD
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