Historic Win: Kirsty Coventry Becomes First Woman & African IOC President
Olympic champion Kirsty Coventry makes history as the first woman and first African to lead the IOC, succeeding Thomas Bach as its 10th president.
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Kirsty Coventry Makes History as First Woman, African IOC President
Zimbabwe’s Kirsty Coventry becomes the IOC’s first woman and first African president, marking a historic milestone in the 131-year history of the Olympic movement.
IOC President-elect Coventry Hails China’s Olympic Legacy Work
IOC President-elect Kirsty Coventry praises China’s Olympic legacy, lauding Beijing’s dual Games and the sustainable use of 2008 and 2022 venues.
ITTF Unveils Table Tennis Tweaks for LA 2028 at Macao World Cup
ITTF leaders previewed table tennis adjustments for LA 2028 during a Macao SAR World Cup briefing, hinting at a refreshed Olympic format.
Milano Cortina 2026 Unveils ‘Essential’ Winter Torch
Milano Cortina 2026 unveils the ‘Essential’ torch, blending Italian design, tech innovation, and sustainability into a powerful Olympic symbol.
China’s Women’s Basketball Roster Eyes Asia Cup Glory and Olympic Ambitions
China’s CBA has unveiled a 28-player women’s basketball roster for the FIBA Asia Cup, with sights set on title glory and Olympic ambitions.
LA 2028 Olympics Boost Medal Count with 22 New Events
LA 2028 Olympics ups its game with 22 extra medal events, enhancing gender equality and expanding athlete opportunities globally.
2026 Winter Olympics Ticket Sales Launch in Italy
Ticket sales for Italy’s 2026 Winter Olympics kick off in Milan and Cortina, with over 660,000 pre-sale tickets and early discounts available until May.
China Falls to Switzerland at World Curling Championship
China lost 3-7 to Switzerland at the 2025 World Men’s Curling Championship, missing direct Olympic qualification but advancing to a bronze medal game vs. Canada.
China Dominates Curling, Eyes 2026 Olympic Qualification
China’s curling team triumphed over Scotland 9-2 with an 8-4 record, now eyeing a spot at the 2026 Winter Olympics.