The object in the hand of the winner takes the form of a torch with a blue fire that refers to the European Union. Blue is also the color of peace and endlessness, of rest and faith, concepts that are all meaningful in sports.
Piet Stockmans is a Flemish designer and ceramist. His studio produces lots of artistic objects as well as utensils in porcelain. He became famous with the production of crockery sets that are being used in many star restaurants.
