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IOC16 Sep 2025, 23:08 from InsideTheGames
Australian hockey player Jane Claxton has been appointed as an ambassador for the IOC's 'Believe in Sport' campaign, joining nine other athletes to promote integrity and prevent competition manipulation. Claxton, a three-time Olympian, will participate in educational activities and workshops, extending the campaign's reach to the Milano Cortina 2026, Dakar 2026, Dolomiti Valtellina 2028, and Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games. The program, launched in 2019, aims to raise awareness and empower athletes to make ethical choices. International Hockey Federation President Tayyab Ikram congratulated Claxton on her appointment.
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IOC9 Sep 2025, 19:39 from IOC
IOC President Kirsty Coventry engaged with key stakeholders, including Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, to discuss support for Ukraine and its athletes, and created four working groups focused on the Youth Olympic Games, Olympic programme, protecting the female category, and commercial partnerships and marketing as part of the "Fit For The Future" process. She also welcomed delegations from the NOC of Botswana and the Ugandan NOC, discussing preparations for Dakar 2026 and mental health initiatives, respectively. Meetings were held with the International Fencing Federation (FIE) and Alibaba to discuss preparations for upcoming Games and digital strategy. Allyson Felix's film was screened at the Olympic Museum, and a wreath was laid at Pierre de Coubertin's tomb. Other Olympic news included collaborative action grants for refugee support, a medal design call for Dakar 2026, and a Lacoste Olympic Heritage apparel range.
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IOC1 Sep 2025, 21:36 from IOC
IOC President Kirsty Coventry consulted with Honorary and Honour Members on the IOC's future direction. She met with the Swiss National Council’s Foreign Affairs Committee, FIBA Secretary General Andreas Zagklis, and FIH President Tayyab Ikram, discussing the impact of the IOC and IFs in Switzerland and preparations for LA28. Coventry welcomed Olympic swimming champion Katinka Hosszu and presented recognition to Emily Rogers and Jackie Chan. She also attended the Athletissima City Event and held meetings with various partners and IOC members. Honorary President Thomas Bach received the Grand Cross of the Hungarian Order of Merit and an honorary doctorate from the Hungarian University of Sports Science.
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IOC3 Jun 2025, 23:18 from IOC
IOC President Thomas Bach visited Andorra for the Games of the Small States of Europe, Doha for the International Table Tennis Federation World Championships, and Munich for the UEFA Champions League final. In Andorra, he emphasized inclusivity and met with NOC presidents. In Doha, he presented awards at the ITTF event and discussed sports policy with Qatar's leaders. In Munich, he attended the Champions League final. Additionally, Airbnb launched Olympic and Paralympic experiences for Milano Cortina 2026, the Olympic Museum announced a Paris 2024 photography exhibition, and Pierre Ducrey was appointed as the IOC’s new Sports Director.
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IOC7 May 2025, 16:09 from IOC
IOC President Thomas Bach mourned the death of Pope Francis, a supporter of the Olympic Movement, and awarded Gary Hall Jr. replica Olympic medals to replace those lost in a fire. Bach also addressed ICECP participants, met with Olympic Committee Presidents and discussed Olympic topics with Florian Sperl and Astrit Hasani.