Beijing Olympic Games

Updated: 2007-10-09 From: Xinhuanet

LISBON, Oct. 8 (Xinhua) — Portuguese Swimming Federation coach, Rui Magalhaes, on Monday presented its annual training plan for athletes who want to take part in the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games.

“An Olympic year begins with the work to prepare for the games,” Magalhaes said. “There will be a selection process.”

Six swimmers have achieved the minimum time needed for the Olympic Games, and the 4×200 meters team has also managed to qualify, he said.