THE IMPORTANCE OF THE XXII WINTER OLYMPIC GAMES IN SOCHI IN 2014

This article examines the significance of the 2014 Sochi Olympics. It demonstrates that the population felt particular pride and relief that there were no terrorist attacks or other serious incidents leading up to or during the sporting event. At the same time, both local and international observers commended the tactful implementation of security measures in Sochi, without excessive force or a show of force. Overall, the Games were the second-largest after the 1980 Moscow Summer Olympics. The competitions, held at Russia's famous southern resort, were remembered for the extensive modernization of the entire infrastructure, as well as the record number of medals won by Russian athletes for the Winter Olympics.