NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman has voiced disappointment regarding construction delays at the Santagiulia Ice Hockey Arena for the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics. Concerns include rink size, ice quality, and the lack of a 'plan B' if issues persist. The compressed testing window and potential impact on NHL player safety are key concerns, with the league stating games will not proceed if the ice is deemed unsafe. The International Olympic Committee acknowledges the challenges but remains optimistic, stating that concerns have been resolved with the NHL.

Anne Murac, the Chief Operating Officer for the Alps 2030 Winter Games organizing committee, has resigned after five months in the role. Her departure comes shortly after the International Olympic Committee (IOC) completed its first on-site review of the proposed French venues. Organizers stated that Murac informed president Edgar Grospiron of her intention to leave, emphasizing her key role in structuring and organizing the Olympic and Paralympic project. The reasons for her resignation are not publicly known, but her departure adds to existing challenges for the bid, which faces opposition and legal action regarding public debate. Murac previously worked on the Paris 2024 organizing structure. The Alps 2030 project is complex, involving multiple hubs across different regions and facing uncertainties regarding venue finalization, including the location for speed oval events and the number of Paralympic Games venues. This resignation follows recent local council suspensions and legal proceedings over public participation. Despite these issues, the IOC had recently praised the project's reliance on existing infrastructure and its sustainable approach. A recruitment process for Murac's replacement will begin soon, as the organizing committee remains focused on continuing its activities.

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) Executive Board has invited Asunción (Paraguay), Bangkok (Thailand), and Santiago (Chile) into a Targeted Dialogue to elect a host for the 2030 Youth Olympic Games (YOG). These cities are now considered Preferred Hosts. The IOC will engage in detailed discussions with the National Olympic Committees of these cities, aiming to elect a host in 2026. This decision follows a proposal from the IOC's Working Group on the YOG, chaired by IOC Member Danka Hrbeková. The Targeted Dialogue includes preliminary proposals for YOG reforms for the 2030 edition. The YOG Working Group, as part of the Fit for the Future review, is consulting stakeholders on the future potential and relevance of the YOG. All three proposed hosts have projects aligned with local and national development plans. During the Targeted Dialogue, Preferred Hosts will submit responses to the IOC's Future Host Questionnaire and provide necessary guarantees. The EB will assess the projects' compliance with requirements before the IOC Members vote on the host in mid-2026. The next YOG will be held in Dakar, Senegal, from October 31 to November 13, 2026.

Organizers of the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics face mounting challenges with the ice hockey venue, including construction delays and potential safety issues. The venue, Santa Giulia Ice Hockey Arena, is behind schedule, forcing relocation of test events. Concerns arise regarding the smaller rink size (60 meters by 26 meters) compared to NHL standards, potentially impacting player safety and game dynamics. Despite these issues, the NHL is expected to participate, and the International Ice Hockey Federation implemented mandatory neck guards. The timeline is tight, with the venue handover date uncertain, and no 'plan B' is available. The competition is scheduled for February 2026.

The Commonwealth Games Federation confirmed no blanket ban on transgender athletes for the Glasgow 2026 Games. Each IF will set its own eligibility criteria, based on human rights and scientific evidence. This contrasts with potential stricter rules the International Olympic Committee is considering.