The "Good Luck Beijing" 2007 Canoe/Kayak Slalom Open concluded at the Shunyi Olympic Rowing-Canoeing Park on August 19. Ulrich Feldhoff, President of the International Canoe Federation, affirmed the great achievements of the tournament in all aspects.

The ICF chief said, the event was a great success, with top athletes from different parts of the world coming to compete in this highly difficult Olympic course with big waves and rushing current, and that only those paddlers of great skill can come out on top and nobody can win the race by sheer good luck.

"I'm very happy for the excellent organization of the event and a great job done by all the volunteers. Many athletes and officials have showed their satisfaction with the work and service provided by the volunteers. For this I'm looking forward to the Olympic Games to be held here in Beijing next year."