Artefacts

Rio 2016, blue taekwondo electronic chest protector signed by 34 Olympic medallists (Sydney 2000 to Rio 2016).

Physical description

Blue electronic chest protector with emblem of the Games on the chest, signed by several medallists. Number 3 on the lower part of the plastron and brand logo on the left side. On the back electronic transmission sheet in a pocket under the neck. Logo of the electronics supplier inside the chest protector.

Created

Created: Omega SA Created: Dae Do (1983)Created: Tátil

Materials

imitation leather, elastane, sponge

Colors

blue, multi coloured, white

Dimension

47 x 42.5 x 37 cm sur support, 1.5 kg

Type of item

Sport equipment -> chest protection

Reference number

235525

Keywords

medal winner Rio 2016 Olympic Games Sydney 2000, Olympic Games Diverse Taekwondo emblem signed

Notes

Rio 2016, electric taekwondo chestplates signed by 34 Olympic medallists from the Sydney Games in 2000 to Rio in 2016. The Rio Olympic Games introduced the first ever electronic bodywear to count points in taekwondo. Athletes wore socks that would authenticate points when making contact with the chestplate. World Federation of Taekwondo donation