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Winter Olympic Flame Lit in Ancient Olympia for Milano Cortina 2026

My News2025-11-2702 mins

The 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics flame was lit indoors at Ancient Olympia, kicking off a relay across Greece and Italy before the Feb 6 opening ceremony.

Exclusive: IOC President Kirsty Coventry on China’s Sports Rise and Olympic Future

My News2025-11-1703 mins

IOC President Kirsty Coventry discusses China’s growing sports influence, GBA teamwork at the 15th National Games, and her vision for the future of the Olympic Movement.

IOC Pauses Launch of Inaugural Olympic Esports Event

My News2025-11-1503 mins

The IOC has paused its plans for the first Olympic esports event in Riyadh 2027. President Kirsty Coventry says the committee is taking time to get it right.

The Chinese mainland’s Olympic Rise: 1984 Gold to Paris ’24

My News2025-11-1102 mins

IOC VP Samaranch Jr. shares insights on the Chinese mainland’s Olympic journey: first gold in 1984, dual-host Beijing and a record-breaking Paris ’24 medal haul.

Compound Archery’s Rise: LA28 Adds Mixed Team Event

My News2025-10-1904 mins

Compound archery makes its Olympic debut at LA 2028 with a mixed team event. World Archery’s Juan Carlos Holgado highlights its growth and China’s rapid rise.