The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has today (Monday) named Pierre-Olivier Beckers-Vieujant and Patrick Baumann as chairmen of the Coordination Commissions for the 2024 and 2028 summer Olympic Games, respectively.
Paris 2024 chief rules out 2028 Olympics option
Paris 2024 co-chairman Tony Estanguet has said the bid committee’s sole focus is on returning the summer Olympic Games to the French capital for the first time in a century and that it has no interest in the prospect of securing hosting rights to the 2028 edition of the event.
IOC says all options on the table for Tokyo 2020 cost-cutting
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has said venue changes for rowing and canoeing, as well as volleyball, remain on the table for the 2020 summer Olympic Games following the conclusion of a three-day meeting in Tokyo today (Thursday).
IOC praises Pyeongchang 2018 preparations, but legacy concerns remain
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has today (Thursday) expressed its belief that Pyeongchang will stage a successful winter Olympic Games but has called on local organisers to resolve legacy issues, stating this is a “priority” ahead of next year’s event.
World Rugby chairman standing down to drive Paris 2024 bid
World Rugby chairman Bernard Lapasset has confirmed he will not seek re-election in May and will instead focus on his role as co-chairman of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games bid committee.