By Adam Keith, Associate Timepiece Editor for ViaLuxe-

The association between renowned Swiss watchmaker Omega and the Olympic Games has been a fruitful one.  For nearly a century, Omega has been a faithful partner of the world's most celebrated athletic competition, and along the way has pioneered many of the technologies which have advanced sports timing to an unprecedented level.  As a continuation of its proud tradition, Omega will partner with the 2010 Youth Olympic Games in Singapore.

A festive ceremony held in Singapore on August 14th, replete with a grand fireworks display and a flag-waving crowd kicked off the 365-day countdown to the beginning of the 2010 Youth Olympic Games.  An electronic clock emblazoned with the Olympic rings and the Omega logo stood proudly on the platform, rising a full ten meters from the stage.  At 8:00PM, the crowd unleashed a cheer as the Omega digital display began recording the year remaining until the start of the Games.  

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