International Olympic Committee 09 May 2023 – IOC President Thomas Bach has been to China for the first time since the Olympic Winter Games Beijing 2022, which were organised successfully and safely during the COVID-19 pandemic. His visit (Friday 5 May until Tuesday 9 May) took him to Beijing, Qufu City, Hangzhou and Shanghai. During his entire tour […]
IOC President witnesses legacy of Beijing 2022, excitement for upcoming events and strong dedication from TOP Partners in China
May 9, 2023 by Leave a Comment
IOC donates USD 10.4 million share of Beijing 2022 surplus to support Games’ legacy
May 8, 2023 by Leave a Comment
International Olympic Committee 06 May 2023 – The International Olympic Committee (IOC) will contribute its share of the surplus of USD 10.4 million from the organisational budget of the Olympic Winter Games Beijing 2022 to support the legacy of these Games. This was announced by IOC President Thomas Bach in Beijing today. The IOC’s share of the surplus will be given […]
Trailer released for ‘The Redeem Team’ documentary reliving Team USA Basketball’s thrilling quest for Beijing 2008 redemption
January 3, 2023 by Leave a Comment
13 Sep 2022 – Executive produced by Olympic champions LeBron James and Dwyane Wade, the new documentary film tells the inspiring story of how the USA’s most elite players united to overcome historic challenges and win gold at Beijing 2008. The trailer is released today ahead of the documentary’s 7 October launch worldwide exclusively on Netflix. ‘The […]
Medal reallocation in action: Trinidad and Tobago get men’s 4x100m relay gold from Beijing 2008
July 18, 2022 by Leave a Comment
05 Jul 2022 – The men’s 4x100m relay team from Trinidad and Tobago have finally received their gold medals from the Olympic Games Beijing 2008. The medals were awarded today at The Olympic Museum in Lausanne, Switzerland. Aaron Armstrong, Keston Bledman, Marc Burns, Emmanuel Callender and Richard Thompson received them from International Olympic Committee (IOC) President […]
Medal reallocation in action: Trinidad and Tobago get men’s 4x100m relay gold from Beijing 2008
July 6, 2022 by Leave a Comment
05 Jul 2022 – The men’s 4x100m relay team from Trinidad and Tobago have finally received their gold medals from the Olympic Games Beijing 2008. The medals were awarded today at The Olympic Museum in Lausanne, Switzerland. Aaron Armstrong, Keston Bledman, Marc Burns, Emmanuel Callender and Richard Thompson received them from International Olympic Committee (IOC) President […]
Lamborghini Urus achieves a new production record
June 7, 2022 by Leave a Comment
20,000 units in four years: the most produced model in the shortest time Sant’Agata Bolognese 7 June 2022 – Automobili Lamborghini adds a new record to its list with its Super SUV Urus, as the best-selling model in the shortest time ever. Since its market debut in 2018, 20,000 units have been produced, setting sales records […]
Olympic venues for #oneplanetearth
June 3, 2022 by Leave a Comment
03 Jun 2022 – Ahead of World Environment Day, on 5 June, we highlight Olympic venues that have minimised their carbon footprints or helped to protect multiple plant and animal species. Olympic venues are a powerful way to improve the lives of host city residents. Long after the Games are finished, the venues enable local communities […]
Uniform Support Programme ensured Olympians were dressed for success at Beijing 2022
May 23, 2022 by Leave a Comment
23 May 2022 – The International Olympic Committee (IOC) collaborated with the World Federation of the Sporting Goods Industry (WFSGI) and five of the world’s leading sporting goods brands to provide athletes from 12 National Olympic Committees (NOCs) with state-of-the-art competition uniforms to help them perform at their best at the Olympic Winter Games Beijing 2022. Through […]
World Health Day: Showcasing climate solutions
April 13, 2022 by Leave a Comment
07 Apr 2022 – To celebrate World Health Day, which this year focuses on keeping people and the planet healthy, we look at how past and future Games are helping create healthier environments for their hosts, boosting physical activity, showcasing climate solutions and promoting sustainable transport. Some 13 million people die each year through environmental causes, including the […]
IOC President writes letter to Beijing 2022 volunteers
April 12, 2022 by Leave a Comment
Dear Volunteers, By today all of you have left quarantine following your Olympic volunteering experience. I can only imagine how emotional it is for you to be finally reunited with friends and family, who you have not seen for such a long time. Please enjoy this moment to the fullest and share your many Olympic […]
