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London Mayor Aims for Historic 2040 Olympic Bid

4/28/2025

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London Mayor Sadiq Khan is setting his sights on a historic fourth Olympic Games in 2040. Last year, six major events brought in a staggering £230 million and drew 500,000 enthusiastic fans. To pave the way for this ambitious bid, Khan is working to secure government funding for the 2029 World Athletics Championships.

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London Mayor Sadiq Khan is setting his sights on a historic fourth Olympic Games in 2040. Last year, six major events brought in a staggering £230 million and drew 500,000 enthusiastic fans. To pave the way for this ambitious bid, Khan is working to secure government funding for the 2029 World Athletics Championships.