Sulyok: Olympians and Paralympians withstood trials of strength and character
Olympic and Paralympic athletes have successfully withstood trials of strength and character, and have become role models in the process, President Tamas Sulyok said on Thursday, handing over state awards to the athletes who participated in the 33rd Olympic and 17th Paralympic Games in Paris.
Sulyok said pride was achieved by the human greatness coming from fight and honour, everyday effort and human self-respect.
Prime Minister Viktor Orbán and Speaker of Parliament Laszlo Kover also attended the event.