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Former IOC Vice President Lambis Nikolaou Passes at 89

10/28/2025

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Lambis Nikolaou, former vice president of the International Olympic Committee, has died at age 89.
Nikolaou served as an IOC member for 29 years until 2015.
He remained an honorary member thereafter.
IOC President Kirsty Coventry praised his dedication to the Olympic spirit.
In honor of his contributions, the IOC will fly its flag at half-staff for three days at its Lausanne headquarters.

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Lambis Nikolaou, former vice president of the International Olympic Committee, has died at age 89.
Nikolaou served as an IOC member for 29 years until 2015.
He remained an honorary member thereafter.
IOC President Kirsty Coventry praised his dedication to the Olympic spirit.
In honor of his contributions, the IOC will fly its flag at half-staff for three days at its Lausanne headquarters.