Thomas Bach

IOC president Bach plans to leave office next year, says the Olympics needs a change

Paris, Aug 10 (AP) IOC president Thomas Bach plans to leave office next year, telling the membership Saturday that the Olympics will be “best served with a..

'Element of human touch in Vinesh Phogat's case, but where do you draw the line': IOC president Thomas Bach

Thomas Bach said a 100gm overweight may not sound much to a layman but asked would such a relaxation would apply to a track event where results are sometimes decided by one thousandth of a second.

Olympics-IOC proposes creation of Olympic Esports Games, says Thomas Bach

The IOC has been looking into Esports for several years and has formed a dedicated commission to look at opportunities.

Los Angeles 2028 Olympics: IOC Session approves inclusion of cricket, four more sports

Los Angeles Olympics: Baseball/softball, cricket, and lacrosse makes a comeback at the LA Olympic Games, while flag football and squash will make their Olympic debut.

IOC President Thomas Bach considers another term as members call for rule change to extend his term

Luis Mejia Oviedo, the president of the Dominican Republic Olympic Committee, hailed Bach's speech during Saturday's opening ceremony when he announced plans to look at creating an eSports Games.

Olympics-IOC members call on President Bach to stay on past end of term in 2025

Numerous International Olympic Committee members urged on Sunday for President Thomas Bach to extend his tenure beyond his second term, continuing into a third term.

PM Modi inaugurates IOC Session in Mumbai, says India is eager to host 2036 Olympics

"This is a dream of 140 crore Indians. We want to fulfil this dream with your support. We are willing to host the 2029 Youth Olympics. I am sure India will get constant support from IOC," PM Modi said.

IOC President Thomas Bach declares 2024 Paris Olympics as the final games before AI era

"At the latest by the time of the Olympic Games Los Angeles 2028, you will need far fewer people to produce and broadcast much higher quality content," Bach added.

IOC's EB puts boxing on hold, modern pentathlon and weightlifting get recommendation

IOC president Thomas Bach said athletes with Russian passports would be invited as neutrals but not the NOC of Russia.

LA Olympics 2028: IOC submits bid for inclusion of five sports including cricket

Addressing a press conference in Mumbai, IOC President Thomas Bach said that bids to include baseball/softball, cricket, flag football, lacrosse, and squash at the Olympics in 2028 had been submitted.

Reliance Foundation’s work reflects Olympic values and approach, says IOC President Thomas Bach

The new cooperation was agreed upon by IOC President Thomas Bach and Reliance Foundation's Founder Chairperson Nita Ambani, during their visit to the Reliance Foundation Young Champs (RFYC) football academy in Mumbai.

IOC President Thomas Bach receives warm welcome in Mumbai ahead of 141st IOC session

Nita Ambani, who is the Chairperson of the Reliance Foundation and a member of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), along with her husband Mukesh Ambani, Chairman of Reliance Industries Limited, hosted IOC President Thomas Bach at their residence ahead of the 141st IOC Session to be held between in Mumbai between October 15-17

Wrestling eyes quickfire return to the 2020 Olympics mat

From an ignominious Olympic exit to a Games return in less than eight months, wrestling can complete a remarkable turnaround when the International Olympic Committee next month votes in one new sport for the 2020 Games.