Over the past century, Polish athletes have won over 300 Olympic medals. The photos displayed at the Taste of Olympic Success exhibition capture moments of welcoming Olympic champions upon their return to the country at train stations, airports and seaports.
"The exhibition allows visitors to explore Poland's rich Olympic history spanning a hundred years, including the most precious gold, silver, and bronze medals, starting with those won by Polish cyclists in 1924 in Paris," said museum director Sławomir Majcher in an interview with public broadcaster Polish Radio.
Renata Mauer-Różańska, who won a gold medal in shooting for Poland at the 1996 Atlanta Games, hopes the display will motivate athletes ahead of the Paris Olympics.
She believes the exhibition demonstrates that victory is possible and encourages Olympians preparing for their respective competitions to strive for success.
"I'm keeping my fingers crossed for them and hoping that this exhibition will boost their self-confidence," Mauer-Różańska said.
The Taste of Olympic Success exhibition runs until the end of October.
In addition to admiring the display, visitors can explore a special photography book entitled Gold, Silver, and Bronze Century: 1924-2024, which describes the collection of Olympic medals housed at the museum.
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Source: IAR
