13:17, 27.08.2008 Romania Doubles Prizes For Beijing Olympics Winners

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BUCHAREST / 13:17, 27.08.2008 The Romanian government doubled Wednesday the sum granted under the law to athletes who secured medals or won at least sixth place in this yeara€™s Beijing Olympics and grants, including for coaches, top EUR5 million, Prime Minister Calin Tariceanu said.

Tariceanu met with Romanian athletes before the Cabinet meeting Wednesday. Under the law, athletes winning Olympic gold are entitled to EUR35,000, silver - EUR28,000 and bronze - EUR21,000. The law also stipulates...

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