Shark fin golf cart, used during Sydney 2000 Olympic Games Closing Ceremony
Object Type
Transport/Ceremonial vehicle
Date Used
2000
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Object Detail
Brief Description
The 'Shark Fin Golf Cart' used during the Sydney 2000 Olympics Closing Ceremony, refers to the contribution to Australian sport by the golfer, Greg Norman, who is known as "The Shark". The body of the vehicle is shaped like a shark fin, and is constructed with metal framing and chicken wire, covered with clear plastic wrap. Like a buggy, the vehicle is mounted onto two wheels, and is manoeuvred from a handle protruding from the body.
Measurements
0 - Whole: H: 2000 W: 1000 D: 3000mm (H: 78 3/4 W: 39 3/8 D: 118 1/8")
Associated Event
Date Used
2000
Location
In storage
Registration No
2002.3836.116
Credit Line
Gift of the NSW Government, part of the Sydney 2000 Games Collection.
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