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June 11, 2026 10:33 AM

IOC proposes major reform of Olympic programme, host election process

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has proposed a major overhaul of both the Olympic programme review system and the host election process, with a greater focus on transparency, sustainability, cost control and athlete-centred decision-making. The reforms, unveiled by IOC President Kirsty Coventry following an Executive Board meeting, form part of the organisation's "Fit for the Future" initiative. A key proposal is to assess Olympic disciplines rather than sports as a whole, a move the ...

March 11, 2026 2:56 PM

CWG 2030 to be held on grand scale, India preparing bid for 2036 Olympics: Anurag Thakur

Former Union Sports Minister and BJP MP Anurag Thakur on Wednesday said India is preparing to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games on a grand scale while also pursuing its bid to stage the 2036 Olympic Games. India was formally ratified as host of the centenary Commonwealth Games in 2030 last November, with Ahmedabad proposed as the main hub. The plan is expected to build on the model of the 2026 Glasgow Games as the country aims to celebrate the centenary edition of the multi-sport event. “The ...

July 3, 2025 12:34 PM

Australian govt confirms $2.2 billion funding for 2032 Brisbane Games venues

The Australian government has confirmed it will contribute A$3.435 billion ($2.25 billion) towards the A$7.1 billion cost of building the venues for the 2032 Brisbane Olympics, clearing the way for the start of construction. Queensland taxpayers and private finance will provide the balance of the money for the 17 new and upgraded venues for the Summer Games under the funding deal announced by state and federal governments on Thursday. "The Sydney 2000 Games left an incredible legacy and many A...

February 28, 2025 3:48 PM

Ultimate Table Tennis set for Ahmedabad debut as season 6 kicks off on May 29

India’s premier table tennis league, Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT), is gearing up for its highly anticipated Season 6, which will take place from May 29 to June 15, with Ahmedabad playing host for the first time. Eight teams, featuring a blend of top Indian and international table tennis stars, will compete for the title. Defending champions, Goa Challengers, will aim for a historic third victory in what promises to be a thrilling season. Ahmedabad is quickly becoming a key player in India’s...

February 11, 2025 4:19 PM

Inaugural Olympic Esports Games to be held in 2027 in Saudi Arabia

The first Olympic Esports Games will be held in two years in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, the International Olympic Committee said on Tuesday, as part of a 12-year-deal with the country signed last year. The IOC has been looking into Esports for several years, forming a dedicated commission to find opportunities to tap into a younger generation involved with gaming. With its traditional audience base gradually ageing, the governing body is trying to connect with a younger generation of potential Olym...

September 16, 2024 4:25 PM

Olympics-Tickets for top women’s events cheaper than men’s despite gender equality push

Much has been made of equality of sexes at the Paris Olympics, the first Games with a 50-50 male-female split among athletes, but there is a gender gap in official ticket prices albeit to ensure capacity crowds for women's events. A ticket for the athletics session including the men's 100 metres final cost up to 980 euros ($1,071.14) but for the women's 100 showpiece it was 690 and that session also had four other medal events whereas the men's had two. Men's basketball final tickets were up t...