AstroPay Supports Ukrainian Athletes at 2022 Maccabiah Games
AstroPay is demonstrating its commitment to assisting Ukrainian competitors at the 2022 Maccabiah Games, an international athletic event akin to the Olympics, exclusively for Jewish athletes and Israeli citizens.
Anticipating a participation of 10,000 athletes representing 80 nations across 40 sporting disciplines, Ukraine will be dispatching a contingent of 36 resilient individuals. Originating from various cities throughout the war-ravaged country, including Kyiv, Kharkiv, and Mariupol, these athletes will engage in a diverse range of events such as fencing, karate, chess, and swimming.
Mikael Lijtenstein, CEO of AstroPay, conveyed his sense of honor in backing the Ukrainian team, remarking, “The Maccabiah Games possess a storied legacy, and we are privileged to stand with the Ukrainian delegation on their path, particularly during this arduous period for their nation.” He further added, “I extend my best wishes for their competitions and hold unwavering confidence that they will bring honor to their country.”
The Maccabiah Games are convened every four years in Israel, with this year’s edition unfolding in Tel Aviv. Significantly, this year marks the inaugural attendance of a sitting US President at the Games.
In an unexpected visit, President Biden showed up at the inaugural event of the World University Games, delivering an encouraging speech to the large American group. The US team, comprised of 1400 competitors, surpasses the size of the delegation sent to the Tokyo Olympics the previous year. The games are set to conclude on July 25th.
Shifting focus, Ukraine and Lithuania are solidifying their relationship. A memorandum of understanding was recently inked by their gaming regulatory bodies.
