Dieter Reiter (Lord Mayor of the City of Munich) on ...
... the SAP Garden: ‘It is a dream come true for Munich that we have created a sports centre here in the Olympic Park that fits into the surrounding area. Ten years ago, I had my doubts about how such a building could be accommodated in a protected park. Now I can say: it's a dream come true. I am thrilled.’
... the financing by Red Bull: ‘We are very happy that the SAP Garden was realised by a sponsor. We now have a top modern arena here for ice hockey and basketball. You don't normally get that for free.’
Joachim Herrmann (Bavarian State Minister of the Interior, Sport and Integration) on ...
... the SAP Garden: ‘The SAP Garden is a gigantic building and an equally gigantic step forward for sport in Bavaria. Wonderfully integrated into the Olympic Park from the outside and completely modern on the inside. We in Bavaria are very proud to have this arena in Munich.’
... a possible Olympic bid: ‘The green roof is a symbol. It is ecological. This is how we envisage modern sports facilities. The SAP Garden is a big step towards Munich's possible bid for the Olympic Games.’