24th Mens Handball World Championship Opens with Dazzling Ceremony

Doha, January 15 (QNA) -The 24th Mens Handball World Championship has opened this evening with a dazzling ceremony featuring superb lighting displays, original music and an exciting atmosphere. The theme of the ceremony was unity through sport, with more than just handball represented in the stunning light displays and a global theme that simultaneously celebrated the spirit of host nation Qatar underlying the entire performance. The ceremony starred Qatari children from several different local schools, the Qatar Armed Forces Band and illuminated dancers that put on an energetic performance to the delight of the crowd. Breathtaking lighting displays added greatly to the ambience in the arena, as the court was transformed and the audience was taken on a striking journey. The Qatar Army Military Sport Parachute Team and an exciting fireworks display added extra entertainment for those outside Lusail Multipurpose Hall, where the spectacular event was held. (QNA)