Source : ABC NEWS
The emblems for the Brisbane 2032 Olympics and Paralympics have been accidentally leaked by the Games’ official YouTube channel, ruining its own a grand unveiling.
Pieces of the emblem had been revealed during a Queensland tour over the past week, with the full picture slated to come together on Monday.
But the cockatoo-inspired emblem was entirely revealed earlier tonight in a preview image for an “Emblem Explainer” video set to go live on Monday morning.
An explanation of the emblem was also visible in the video’s description.
“The Brisbane 2032 emblems are inspired by the spirited cockatoo — a symbol of Australia’s unique wildlife and playful heart! The cockatoo’s crest is a living torch, reminiscent of the iconic Olympic and Paralympic flame,” the description reportedly read.
“Shaped like Queensland, with its eye on Brisbane, the emblem is a universal symbol to unite Brisbane, Australia and the world in 2032.”
The image has subsequently been removed from YouTube, and was reportedly only online until 7:12pm.
The emblem unveiling tour is set to continue in Brisbane this weekend after stops in Cairns, Townsville, Rockhampton and the Sunshine Coast last week.
There will be a community unveiling of the emblem on Monday night in Brisbane.
