Whistler memorial for Georgian luger moved
(AP) — A memorial for the Georgian luger who died on the Olympic track is being moved to a quieter spot.
Whistler officials and Vancouver organizers say they will place the flowers, cards and remembrances for Nodar Kumaritashvili a short distance from its place at Whistler Medals Plaza.
The move is only a few yards or so. The new location will allow mourners to pay respects in a "more reflective and calm environment."
Officials from the Georgian National Olympic Committee were consulted about the move.
The 21-year-old luger died hours before the opening ceremony.
More Olympics
From Indiana U operations desk to Pan Pacs podium: Van Mathias' 5-medal breakout in the pool
2m read
Athens is cleaning its all-marble Olympic stadium for the first time in more than a century
2m read
LIer to compete in first international Para Hockey World Cup games for field hockey
3m read
The pull of a home Olympics: Why US medalists are coming back for Los Angeles 2028
4m read
