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Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics Promoted in Toronto as Opening Nears
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With just over 200 days until the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics, Italy’s Consulate General in Toronto hosted a closing promotional event on Friday. Representatives from multiple institutions, athletes, and Paralympians gathered to share insights, memories, and expectations for the Games, hosted by Italian Consul General in Toronto Luca Zelioli.more
Los Angeles Unveils Ambitious 2028 Olympic Schedule, Third Hosting Milestone
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With exactly three years until the opening ceremony, the Los Angeles 2028 Organizing Committee (LA28) revealed its first official competition schedule Monday, marking a historic milestone for the city’s third Olympic Games and first Paralympics. The schedule introduces major structural shifts, including reorganized sports timelines and expanded youth engagement initiatives, aiming to create a "once-in-a-lifetime experience" for athletes and global audiences.more
ICAS 2024 Financial Report: IOC Funds Less Than 1/3 of CAS Operations
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The International Council of Arbitration for Sport (ICAS) released its 2024 financial statements, clarifying a frequently asked question: How much of the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) funding comes from the IOC? Total operating revenue reached 24.15 million Swiss francs (CHF) (1 CHF = 1.26 USD), with a clear breakdown of sources.more
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India’s delegation stepped up its campaign to bring the 2036 Olympics home on Tuesday, outlining its plans to the International Olympic Committee (IOC) at Olympic headquarters in Lausanne and formally nominating Ahmedabad as its candidate city. However, the IOC’s response was blunt: fix internal issues before finalizing a master plan.more
NBA Vice President Details League's Potential Expansion into European Market
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This week, Mark Tatum, the vice president of the National Basketball Association (NBA), elaborated on the league's potential for entering the European market. However, he first emphasized that "the goal is not to replace the Euroleague," but rather to tap into Europe's "deep - rooted basketball traditions."more
2026 Milan - Cortina Winter Olympics: Budget and Infrastructure Strategy
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The operating budget for the 2026 Milan - Cortina Winter Olympics excludes the construction costs of several key facilities. This includes the 118 - million - euro sliding center in Cortina d'Ampezzo and the new San Giuliano ice hockey arena, which is expected to cost around 300 million euros. Additionally, it does not cover expenses for road and railway infrastructure projects. These projects, mainly funded by the Italian government, aim to enhance transportation access to venues scattered across northern Italy.more
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Despite a string of failed bid attempts in recent years, Germany remains enthusiastic about redefining its relationship with the Olympic Movement through bids from Berlin, Hamburg, Munich, and the Rhine-Ruhr region. These cities are competing to host a Summer Olympics between 2036 and 2044, while actively seeking public backing.more
Cortina Sliding Track Enters Test Period
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The renowned Italian city of Milan is bustling with preparations for the 2026 Winter Olympics. Ahead of next year's games, 60 athletes have already evaluated the much - debated sliding track. "The track structure is complete. We had it scheduled for completion on March 16, and it was indeed finished on that day," Fabio Saldini, the government commissioner, told The Associated Press last Tuesday. The Italian is in charge of rebuilding the track structure in Cortina d'Ampezzo. On Sunday, construction workers marked this milestone by placing a branch of an evergreen tree across the track. "This bmore
Italian Prosecutors Probe Alleged Corruption in Winter Olympics Construction Tenders
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Italian prosecutors are investigating alleged corruption in construction tenders linked to the country’s upcoming Winter Olympics. The Olympic Village is a key focus, with raids, arrests, and cash seizures sparking public concern—less than seven months before the Games open.more
Brisbane 2032 Olympics: Queensland Government Simplifies Preparation Work
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The Brisbane 2032 Olympics is set to receive a boost from the Queensland government. This week, a joint statement was released, announcing the introduction of new amendments to streamline the preparations for the 2032 Olympics. These amendments will enable Olympic venues to bypass some major planning regulations.more
Hamburg Unveils Floating Venue Plan for Potential 2036+ Olympic Bid, 15 Years After First Attempt
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Hamburg has revealed an ambitious proposal for a Summer Olympics and Paralympics bid—15 years after its last attempt—featuring a floating venue on the iconic Binnenalster lake in the city center. The plan aims to redefine urban Olympic experiences, drawing inspiration from Paris 2024’s stadium-breaking innovations.more
London Mayor Expresses Interest in Bidding for 2040 Olympics
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London Mayor Sadiq Khan has expressed his interest in bidding for the 2040 Olympics as part of his ambitious vision to transform the British capital into a world - leading sports hub. However, reports suggest that Madrid and Munich are also vying for the opportunity to host this prestigious event.more