Istanbul hopes to charm IOC with strong economy, modern venues and games held on 2 continents
Suzan Fraser / The Associated Press
March 22, 2013
ANKARA, Turkey - After four unsuccessful attempts, Istanbul is ready to pitch its bid for the 2020 Olympics by stressing Turkey's robust economy, plans for modern venues and a two-continent backdrop.
The city of nearly 15 million, which straddles both Europe and Asia, is touting its unique geographical location to set it apart from rival bidders Tokyo and Madrid.
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