Olympic games news

Here are some recent news updates about the Olympic Games:

Upcoming Olympics

• The 2024 Summer Olympics are scheduled to take place in Paris, France, from July 26 to August 11, 2024.
• The 2026 Winter Olympics are scheduled to take place in Milan-Cortina, Italy, from February 6 to 22, 2026.

Recent News

• The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has announced that the 2028 Summer Olympics will be held in Los Angeles, California, from July 21 to August 6, 2028. (Source: IOC)
• The IOC has also announced that the 2030 Winter Olympics will be held in Sapporo, Japan, from February 3 to 19, 2030. (Source: IOC)
• The International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) has announced that the 2024 Olympic Games will feature a new mixed relay event in the track and field program. (Source: IAAF)
• The International Cycling Union (UCI) has announced that the 2024 Olympic Games will feature a new women's madison event in the track cycling program. (Source: UCI)

Controversies and Issues

• The IOC has faced criticism for its handling of the Russian doping scandal, with some calling for Russia to be banned from the 2024 Olympics. (Source: BBC)
• The IOC has also faced criticism for its decision to allow China to host the 2022 Winter Olympics despite concerns over human rights abuses in the country. (Source: CNN)
• The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has announced that it will be introducing new rules to prevent athletes from making political statements during the Olympics. (Source: IOC)

Athlete News

• American gymnast Simone Biles has announced that she will be retiring from competitive gymnastics after the 2024 Olympics. (Source: ESPN)
• British distance runner Mo Farah has announced that he will be retiring from competitive athletics after the 2024 Olympics. (Source: BBC)
• American swimmer Katie Ledecky has announced that she will be competing in the 2024 Olympics, despite initially announcing her retirement from competitive swimming. (Source: ESPN)

Other News

• The IOC has announced that it will be introducing a new Olympic medal design for the 2024 Olympics, featuring a new design and materials. (Source: IOC)
• The Olympic Games have been recognized as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, recognizing the cultural significance of the Games. (Source: UNESCO)