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IOC allows Brisbane 2032 hosts propose four new disciplines

9/7/2026

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IOC session in June introduced a methodology letting host committees propose up to four new disciplines for Brisbane 2032.
Australian Sports Commission chief executive Kieren Perkins urged the IOC to modernise the Brisbane 2032 Olympic program.
Netball Australia poll found two thirds of Australians support netball’s inclusion at Brisbane 2032.
Modern pentathlon announced it will replace its equestrian component with an obstacle-course event before the 2028 Olympics.

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IOC session in June introduced a methodology letting host committees propose up to four new disciplines for Brisbane 2032.
Australian Sports Commission chief executive Kieren Perkins urged the IOC to modernise the Brisbane 2032 Olympic program.
Netball Australia poll found two thirds of Australians support netball’s inclusion at Brisbane 2032.
Modern pentathlon announced it will replace its equestrian component with an obstacle-course event before the 2028 Olympics.