Sunday, February 9th Pope Francis has sent a special wish for the Winter Olympic Games that have started February 7th in Sochi, Russia. A message turned to those who organize the event as well as the sportsmen and sportswomen of the different sports:
"These days are being held in Sochi, Russia, the Winter Olympic Games. I would like to extend my greetings to all the organizers and the athletes, with the hope that it could be a true festival of sport and of friendship. "