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IOC President Unveils Bold Changes for Youth Engagement

2/3/2026

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International Olympic Committee (IOC) President Kirsty Coventry announced changes to the Olympic program at an annual meeting in Milan to attract younger audiences.
She urged balancing tradition and innovation to prevent some sports from losing Olympic status.
Coventry aims to focus IOC on sports, contrasting her approach with former President Thomas Bach.
The IOC reaffirmed its commitment to diversity and inclusion, with program review results due later this year.

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International Olympic Committee (IOC) President Kirsty Coventry announced changes to the Olympic program at an annual meeting in Milan to attract younger audiences.
She urged balancing tradition and innovation to prevent some sports from losing Olympic status.
Coventry aims to focus IOC on sports, contrasting her approach with former President Thomas Bach.
The IOC reaffirmed its commitment to diversity and inclusion, with program review results due later this year.