The 14th Olympic Summit, hosted by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) in Lausanne, Switzerland, on December 11, 2025, focused on the "Fit for the Future" consultation process and reaffirmed athletes' fundamental right to access sport without political interference. The summit endorsed principles that the Olympic Charter provides strong tools for political neutrality, emphasizing that athletes should be free from governmental pressure. A key decision was the recommendation to lift restrictions on Russian and Belarusian youth athletes participating in international competitions, with International Federations (IFs) and event organizers to determine specifics. Standard protocols for flags and anthems will apply if national sports organizations are in good standing. These recommendations are intended for the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games and other youth events. However, existing sanctions against Russian and Belarusian governments, including restrictions on government officials' accreditation, will remain. IFs will continue to refrain from organizing events in Russia but not Belarus. The summit stressed that youth athletes should not be held accountable for their governments' actions.

The Valencia Marathon Trinidad Alfonso, held on December 7, 2025, has been classified as an Elite Platinum Label event by World Athletics, solidifying its status as an international benchmark. Joyciline Jepkosgei of Kenya won the women's race in 2:14:00, the fourth-fastest time in history, and John Korir of Kenya took the men's title in 2:02:24. The event has experienced substantial growth over the past decade, with participant numbers increasing significantly and attracting a diverse international field from approximately 150 countries for the 2025 edition. Prize money has also been enhanced, with potential bonuses for record-breaking performances, making it a highly attractive event for elite athletes. The marathon has a considerable economic and tourism impact on Valencia, generating tens of millions of euros in tourism spending and supporting hundreds of jobs, becoming the second-largest annual economic event in the city.

The International Olympic Committee will hold the 14th Olympic Summit on December 11, 2025, in Lausanne, Switzerland. Key topics include the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games, and the LA28 Olympic Games, alongside consultations on being "Fit for the Future" and anti-doping measures. The summit will include leading representatives from the Olympic Movement, including IOC officials and leaders from International Federations and National Olympic Committees.

The start-up Grand Slam Track, founded by Michael Johnson, is facing financial difficulties and has proposed paying vendors only 50% of the owed amounts. This follows reports that the league owes over $10 million to vendors and athletes. World Athletics has rejected this proposal, demanding the league first settle debts with athletes. The league's inaugural tour faced challenges, including cancellation of a leg due to poor economics and failure to secure broadcast income and sponsorships.

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