Rogge: Work 'outstanding' in Qingdao

QINGDAO: Jacques Rogge, president of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), on Tuesday congratulated the city of Qingdao for its years of effort and organization in hosting the Olympic Sailing Regatta.

"What you have achieved is outstanding," Rogge said.

The IOC president watched two medal races at the Qingdao Olympic Sailing Center and then attended awards ceremonies.