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Chapter 241 Director Wu’s victory gesture! (Old book fans can choose to skip)

On July 7, 2001, the Beijing Olympic Bid Committee delegation left Beijing for Moscow to participate in the final "decisive battle."

The Beijing Olympics Bid Committee formed four delegations to go to Moscow. The first is the Olympic Bid Committee delegation, which is composed of only 65 people according to the International Olympic Committee regulations, including three Chinese IOC members; the second is the working group, with about 150 people, providing support for the Olympic bid. Logistical support in all aspects; the third is the press group, with about 120 reporters from all over the country; there is also a support group.

Wu Yuchen naturally arrived in Moscow on July 7. He is the ambassador for the Olympic bid, and at the same time, he will also take the stage as one of the representatives to make a statement. Naturally, he belongs to the first Olympic bid delegation.

After Wu Yuchen and the delegation met at the hotel, the leader of the team held Wu Yuchen's hand and said with a smile: "Comrade Xiao Wu, as one of the important representatives and presenters, you have a heavy responsibility this time, but you must have Be mentally prepared!"

Wu Yuchen said with a smile: "Don't worry, leader. I have memorized all the scripts sent to me. I will rehearse more in the past few days and let the people in the group try to find fault with me and do my best. On the spot, I will This man is born with a big heart, will not be nervous, and will definitely not embarrass our country!"

"Hahaha, we can rest assured about this. After all, you are now one of our Chinese representatives in the world!" The big leader said with a smile.

The reason why Wu Yuchen was selected is also for this reason. He now has a great influence internationally, and his appearance and image are very good. On the other hand, Wu Yuchen's personal ability and psychological quality are very good. He has traveled extensively in recent years. Not only has he won various awards in the three major European countries, but he has also continuously created high box office in Hollywood and became the first Chinese to win an Oscar. director.

Wu Yuchen has been dealing with foreigners all year round. He has been tested in front of the stage and by various reporters. He is smart and not stupid. As an ambassador and important representative, you have to be interviewed during the period, so you must have the ability to adapt to changes.

Wu Yuchen asked: "Leader, I heard that new regulations have been implemented this time. I wonder what the regulations are?"

The leader nodded: "According to the latest regulations of the International Olympic Committee, all bidding cities must stop all publicity activities two weeks before the vote. Because this is the first time this regulation has been implemented, no one knows what can and cannot be done. This time we will follow the policy of 'calm down, talk less, do more, and never make mistakes'."

Wu Yuchen also nodded to show that he understood. He would only do what was clearly stipulated. He would not test the fuzzy boundaries this time to avoid being caught by his opponent.

Just like that, Wu Yuchen also integrated into the Olympic delegation, eating and living together, and constantly preparing for his own preparations.

There are four competitors in Beijing’s Olympic bid this time, including Osaka, Paris, Toronto and Istanbul. Each of the five bidder cities is allowed to place a one-meter-two-meter-wide and nearly two-meter-high booth, and the content can be freely displayed.

Although the booth may be small, it is the only official promotional venue approved before presenting to the International Olympic Committee members and holding a formal press conference. The publicity team of the Olympic bid team put a lot of thought into this. A large TV continuously played promotional videos introducing the capital, and promotional materials were placed next to it. They were decorated with banners to make the booth grand and maximize the use of space.

On the 8th, the Olympic Committee displayed the prepared booths and materials. In the afternoon, interviews were held for half an hour. Several members of the delegation came forward to answer questions. On the second day, Wu Yuchen and several celebrity representatives, such as Deng Yaping, Lang Ping, Wang Nan and others, appeared around the booth, which immediately attracted a large number of reporters.

To be honest, although it is true that Deng Yaping and others are also influential sports stars, the international influence of sports such as table tennis and volleyball cannot be said to be high. To be blunt, even though Wu Yuchen is not a star in front of the stage but a director, his reputation and influence abroad are really greater than these few.

Just look at the attitude of the reporters in these interviews and you will understand that Wu Yuchen is the person who is asked the most questions here. The interview questions are also varied, and some of them have nothing to do with the Olympics. However, Wu Yuchen will maintain a friendly attitude and give short answers, and finally lead them back to the topic.

However, there are still many reporters who ask questions specifically for the Olympics, such as this:

"Director Wu, can you talk about your capital's advantages in this Olympic bid? In what aspects do you think Beijing is ahead of the other four cities?"

Hearing this question, Wu Yuchen's heart skipped a beat, knowing that this was a good time for publicity, and immediately said with a smile:

"We have put forward three concepts for Beijing's Olympic bid this time: Green Olympics, Science and Technology Olympics, and Humanistic Olympics. If we talk about the first two features, some countries also have them, then our most prominent feature is the humanistic aspect."

As a director himself, Wu Yuchen’s attributes that are most closely related to him are culture and humanities. In this regard, he is the most suitable and comfortable to talk about:

"The capital has a history of more than 3,000 years. It is the ancient capital of six dynasties and the embodiment of China's long-standing civilization. In this regard, the other four cities cannot compare with the capital.

The Olympic Games has a history of more than 100 years, but countries with Eastern cultural backgrounds have hosted it only twice, in Tokyo in 1964 and in Seoul in 1988. And our country, China, is the most important cultural birthplace in the Eastern cultural circle. Holding the Olympics in the capital is the best display of Eastern culture! In this Olympics, we will not only showcase our long culture and history, but also let everyone see a very modern, open and people-oriented Chinese capital! "

Wu Yuchen paused for a moment, and then said unhurriedly:

"As we all know, China is the most populous country in the world, with a population of 1.3 billion, which is close to one-fifth of the world's population. But now, 1.3 billion people in our country, including many overseas Chinese around the world, are full of longing for the Olympics. And look forward to it! No other country hosting the Olympics can spread the concepts of fairness, peace, friendship, and fair competition advocated by the Olympics so widely as in China and the capital!

Whether it is for the Olympics or for China, this Beijing Olympics is the best two-way trip! "

In fact, these words from Wu Yuchen's mouth are a bit embarrassing. It is inappropriate to say that it has a longer history than others, has a larger population than others, and is the birthplace of Eastern culture if it is placed in the final presentation of the Olympic bid. This will cause some committee members to express their opinions. unhappy.

But now the reporter's interview session is not so serious, and because of his status, it is just right to say this, and he can also pass this information to the committee through his mouth.

Reporters were also snapping photos at this time. In fact, some committee members were listening around the scene, and some members saw it from the reports. If these words were said from the mouth of someone they did not know, they might fall on deaf ears, but when they were said from the mouth of the great director Wu Yuchen, some committee members were touched. The longest history, the largest population, the most authentic Oriental culture……

Next, another reporter asked questions. Wu Yuchen, who had been prepared for a long time, was not afraid. Naturally, he was humorous, talked and laughed with ease, and left a deep impression on everyone.

In the next few days, Wu Yuchen also met some foreign representatives and committee members who came to him for autographs and photos, and they all met their requests in a good manner. His current influence is really not something to brag about. Since his debut, his works have ranged from artistic films to commercial films, and several Hollywood movies have introduced him to the world. Especially "The Pirate King", which has recently been shown all over the world, even if some adults don't like it that much, they can't help but let the children at home like it.

Just like this, a week is about to pass, and finally it is time for the decisive battle on the 13th. This time, only the 62 members of the delegation were able to enter the venue specially prepared for the cities bidding for the Olympic Games, and they could not enter or exit at will after that. They could only watch the statements and votes on the big screen.

The weather is sunny today. At the entrance of the Moscow World Trade Center, which is the venue, many media from all over the world gathered early in the morning. Hundreds of reporters, carrying "long guns and short cannons", aimed at the door on the first floor and waited with bated breath. Olympic bid presentation groups from various cities appeared on the live TV screen, and their fingers on the shutter button refused to relax for a moment, clicking, clicking, for fear that they would miss the historic scene if they took a second's rest.

The first presentation team is the Osaka Olympic bid team. Their presentation time is from 9 to 10 o'clock Moscow time. They arranged violin performances by middle school students during the presentation part. Next, the Paris delegation began to present at 10:15, followed by the Toronto team. , they arranged for a child star to perform on stage.

By the time the Toronto delegation ended, it was already 12:45, and Wu Yuchen and others had been sitting in the venue for three hours, staring closely at the status of their opponents on the big screen. It coincides with the adjournment time for everyone to have lunch and start again in the afternoon.

At this time, the pressure was put on the Chinese delegation, because it was their turn next. It would be fine if they could play directly, but the most painful thing was waiting.

All the representatives who were going to take the stage later did not dare to eat too much, for fear that something might happen to them when they got on stage.

Wu Yuchen is not that nervous. He knows that Beijing has a huge lead in votes for the Olympic bid this time. As long as he performs normally, there will definitely be no problem. Wu Yuchen himself has a big appetite, and he finished both lunch boxes in a short time.

"You all should learn from Comrade Xiao Wu's mentality. Eat and drink when you should, just treat it as an ordinary rehearsal!" The leader couldn't help but smile after seeing this. He knew that the most important thing now is to keep everyone calm. Normal mind.

After hearing this, Wu Yuchen put down the lunch box in his hand and couldn't help but smile and replied: "The lunch boxes prepared by the Olympic Committee today are quite good, but we can't go home with an empty stomach!"

The leader's eyes lit up when he heard this: "Xiao Wu is right, you are here, but you can't go back with an empty stomach!"

Everyone understands the meaning of these words, which means that today's trip will definitely yield something. But when you say it over a meal, the atmosphere is different. It's far more relaxed than speaking formally. Everyone can't help but smile and start eating.

After the adjournment time, at 13:50 in the afternoon, Wu Yuchen and others were guided to the reporting hall by the staff, and they began to speak and make presentations on time at 14:00.

A total of 9 people spoke on behalf of this speech, and 9 paragraphs respectively showed the preparations made by Beijing for the Olympic bid.

The first person to make the opening remarks was Mr. He Zhenliang, who also made the final summary statement. Wu Yuchen was the second to last person before his final statement, and he mainly talked about the culture of the capital and the Chinese style.

After Deng Yaping and Yang Ling jointly spoke for 2 minutes, Wu Yuchen walked up to the podium with his head held high and showed a confident smile and high-spirited attitude to all the members who could vote.

"Good afternoon, Mr. Chairman, ladies and gentlemen! Before introducing our cultural arrangements to you, I would like to tell you that you will have a pleasant time in Beijing in 2008."

Compared with the previous representative's speech, Wu Yuchen was not so reserved, but came up to close the psychological distance with the committee members present. This is also his advantage as a world-famous face.

"Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, this year's Oscar for best foreign language film, has spread all over the world. Many people are attracted by the wonderful Chinese Kung Fu and Yin Yang Taoist culture. But this is actually only a small part of our culture, and there are many The cultural treasures are waiting for you to discover.”

Hearing that Wu Yuchen introduced the topic from the movie, the committee members present couldn't help but smile. "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" has indeed spread widely around the world, with a global box office exceeding US$200 million. It is currently the most successful Oscar-winning foreign language film.

In fact, Wu Yuchen also considered using his own movie to introduce it, but after thinking about it, "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon", which is currently popular and can reflect the unique Chinese culture, is suitable. After all, his "Xiu Chun Knife" has not even been filmed yet. Woolen cloth.

"China has its own sports tradition. Around the 11th century AD during the Song Dynasty, people began to play a game called "Cuju". This game is considered to be the origin of ancient football. It was very popular at the time, and women also came into their own. team, having fun. Now, you should understand why our current women’s football team is so powerful~”

Football is the most popular sport in the world, and the Chinese women's football team won the runner-up result in the 1999 World Cup. At this time, it was also ranked among the top three in the world. It was at its peak moment, so the women's football team is very good. As for men's football, Wu Yuchen didn't even bother to mention it.

"...

Based on the inspiration brought by the Silk Road, our torch relay will break new ground, starting from Mount Olympia and passing through the birthplaces of ancient human civilizations - Greece, Rome, Egypt, Byzantium, Mesopotania, Persia, Arabia, India and China. With the theme of "Sharing Peace, Sharing the Olympics", the everlasting flame of the Olympic Games will pass through the Himalayas and reach the world's highest peak - Mount Everest, also known as Mt. Everest, thereby reaching new heights! "

This is not only using the Olympic torch and the theme of the declaration, but also using the allusions of the Silk Road to shorten the distance and intimacy between the East and the West. At the same time, it uses Mount Everest, the highest height in the world, to make a fuss. The picture is very tempting.

"Seven hundred years ago, people were surprised by his descriptions of that beautiful distant country and asked Marco Polo: Are your stories about China true? He replied: I just told you what I saw. You have only described half of it. In fact, what we show you today is only a corner of the capital that is waiting for your arrival.

Ladies and gentlemen, I believe Beijing will prove to athletes, spectators and TV viewers around the world: this is a magical land. Come among us!

Thank you, Mr. Chairman, thank you all! "

Wu Yuchen gave a presentation of 4 minutes and 10 seconds by himself. The time was all rehearsed. If the person in front of him ran out of time, he had to slow down his speech. If the person in front of him ran out of time, he had to shorten one or two sentences. It was very challenging on the spot. Ability, but fortunately everyone was basically within their own time limit, and Wu Yuchen completed his statement easily and confidently.

By the time he bowed and walked off the stage, there was already a lot of applause.

After Wu Yuchen stepped down, Mr. He Zhenliang made the final summary:

"Mr. Chairman, dear colleagues:

No matter what choice you make today, it will go down in history. But there was one decision that was sure to make history. Your decision today will promote friendship between the world and China through sports, thereby benefiting all mankind.

…

If the honor of hosting the 2008 Olympic Games can be awarded to Beijing, dear colleagues, I can guarantee you that the results seven years from now will make you proud of today's decision! Thanks! "

Listening to the sonorous and powerful assurance on the stage, Wu Yuchen couldn't help but sigh in his heart. The 2008 Beijing Olympics really amazed the whole world. Just talking about the opening ceremony, no other one could compare!

Going back to the Olympic Games after this, it has really declined year by year, and it is really incomparable with the 2008 Olympic Games. We in China really do what we say and keep our promises!

As Mr. He finished summing up, the reports and presentations on the entire Beijing Olympic bid were also over. After he stepped off the stage, he couldn't help but shake hands and hug each other to cheer him up.

When the delegation came out of the door, a group of reporters swarmed around and wanted to interview some useful information, but everyone kept a low profile and did not want to reveal their feelings, but there was still a group in Istanbul that had not started yet.

In the end, the leader who led the team uttered three words: "Have confidence!"

At this time, Wu Yuchen also raised a V gesture and a confident smile to the reporter taking the photo. Since the big leaders have expressed their stance, he can also express his attitude and put pressure on his opponents at the same time. His demeanor was naturally recorded by many media and broadcast back to all parts of the world in real time.

After a while, Wu Yuchen's picture was posted on the Chinese Internet. Every Internet website even put it on the home page, attracting a lot of attention.

"Director Wu made the V sign!"

"Wow, you are so confident! I hope Director Wu's V can bring good luck!"

"Wu Yuchen is a little arrogant. This is not a good sign!"

"Shit! You don't want a crow's mouth upstairs. What do you mean? You still hope to fail?!"

"Director Wu has always succeeded and never failed. He will definitely be able to help China win!"

"Ignore the clown, Wu Yuchen is confident, China will definitely succeed!"

"If I can successfully bid for the Olympics this time, I will no longer worship Bodhisattva and Guan Gong, but will worship Director Wu's picture from now on!"

"Hey! You're so cruel upstairs! Just add me. If it succeeds, I will pray to Director Wu in the future!"

And when many people in China saw Wu Yuchen making this V-sign, they couldn't help but feel angry. This at least proved that they should have performed well on the spot, otherwise Wu Yuchen would not have shown such an expression.

Wu Yuchen naturally did not pay attention to the external discussion caused by his gesture just now, and he would not care if he knew about it. Now his attention is on the final vote. Although he knew that Beijing would definitely win, people still couldn't help but care about it when they were there.

As the final statement from Istanbul came out, the time had reached 16:30. After that, the adjournment time came again, and the evaluation committee began to evaluate the previous report.

By 17:30, all delegations returned to the venue, and now the 104 committee members would begin the formal voting.

Although the voting only lasted 3 minutes, this time was a bit torturous for everyone, who watched nervously. Wu Yuchen crossed his arms and maintained a confident posture, thinking that this time he, a Chinese director with international influence, would have greater blessings to join in. There can't be any trouble, right?

Soon the first round results came out. Beijing received 44 votes, ranking first with a huge advantage. Toronto, which came in second, only had 20 votes. However, because the rules stipulate that the number of votes does not exceed half, that is, less than 52 votes, a second round will be held.

According to the rules, if a candidate city gets more than half of the votes and ranks first, it will directly win and get the right to host. If not, the candidate city with the fewest votes will be eliminated and the other cities will advance to the next round of voting.

The situation is already extremely favorable to China. Because according to the rules, Osaka ranked at the bottom will not be eligible for the second round of voting. The votes cast for Osaka in the first round will most likely go to China, which is also an Asian country, in the second round.

However, at this time, no one in the Chinese delegation dared to show any joy on their faces, because this was a lesson learned from the past.

When it applied to host the 2000 Olympic Games in 1993, Beijing topped the list three times in the first three rounds of voting, with 32 votes, 37 votes and 40 votes respectively, but failed to reach 45 votes, which was half of the total votes cast.

As a result, Istanbul, Berlin and Manchester were eliminated one after another because of their ranking at the bottom. Only the capital city of China and Sydney, Australia, entered the cruel one-on-one voting stage: no longer looking at whether the votes are more than half, whoever gets more votes in the two cities will win. win.

At that time, most people thought that Beijing would still win as it did in the first three rounds, with a high chance of winning, but the reversal occurred in a place that no one expected. Sydney, which had only received a maximum of 37 votes in the first three rounds, actually received 45 votes in this round of voting, beating Beijing 45:43 at the last moment.

After the voting results were announced, the venue was so quiet that even the usually active reporters were speechless. The only sound was the wild shouts of the Australian delegation.

This taught the Olympic bid team an unforgettable lesson, so now in this voting session, no one dares to smile even if they are in the lead.

At 22:10, the second round of voting began. After another short and long 2 minutes, the supervisor of the International Olympic Committee Disciplinary Committee slowly picked up the paper with the results and smoothly put it into the envelope. , and sealed his mouth.

The audience who were familiar with the Olympic Committee election process all stood up!

Sealing the envelope means that more than half of the city's votes have won this round, and there will be no third round of voting, because if you want to continue voting, the envelope will not be sealed!

Wu Yuchen's lips curled up when he saw this, this must be the capital!

Although everyone thought that 90% of the envelope contained Beijing, everyone in the delegation still did not dare to celebrate in advance. The most common thing they reminded each other was: "Don't jump around, wait until you hear clearly before jumping!"

On the stage, Samaranch opened the envelope and solemnly announced: "The host city of the 2008 Summer Olympics is..."

At this time, not only the people in the stadium, but also all over the world were watching Samaranch intently through live TV signals.

"Beijing!"