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IOC Approves LA28 Games Qualification Systems for 26 Sports

12/11/2025

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The IOC Executive Board approved qualification systems for 26 sports for the LA28 Games at a meeting in Lausanne, Switzerland on December 10, 2025.
The systems align with the Qualification System Principles established in March 2025, and each International Federation will craft its own rules requiring IOC approval.
The LA28 framework gives athletes at least two qualification opportunities, ensures continental representation, reduces travel demands, and provides more time to prepare.

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The IOC Executive Board approved qualification systems for 26 sports for the LA28 Games at a meeting in Lausanne, Switzerland on December 10, 2025.
The systems align with the Qualification System Principles established in March 2025, and each International Federation will craft its own rules requiring IOC approval.
The LA28 framework gives athletes at least two qualification opportunities, ensures continental representation, reduces travel demands, and provides more time to prepare.