Amidst 5 sports fighting for the coveted 2028 LA Olympics spot , Weightlifting Awaits final confirmation

As the Paris Olympics 2024 is nearing, the fandom is waiting with their bated breaths to witness the performances of their favorite athletes. Although there are 32 sports included in the Olympics 2024, multiple spots are yet to be added to the list. Along the same lines, 5 sports fighting were fighting for the coveted 2028 LA Olympics spot.

In the intense arena of sports selection for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, weightlifting is among the contenders seeking a coveted spot. However, the decision remains pending and has left the weightlifting athletes on the edge of their seats. 

Why Weight Lifting Awaits Approval?

The path to secure a place in the weightlifting sport in the LA28 Olympics was initiated by the groundbreaking decision by the IWF. To combat doping and ensure a safer playing field, the IWF delegated its anti-doping management to the International Testing Agency. Additionally, with this strategic move, IWF partnered with ITA and sent a clear message that it will take doping prevention seriously. Thus, it claimed to promote a safer sporting environment. 

Although the IOC Executive Board took a significant step toward Weightlifting’s spot in the Olympics, it did not decide on the IWF’s assurances. Despite the IWF’s delegation of sanctioning authority to CAS, the IOC will be monitoring closely the Paris 2024 Olympic qualification as well as the competition. 

In an exclusive interview with Olympics.com, IOC President Thomas Bach said, “The choice of these five new sports is in line with the American sports culture and will showcase iconic American sports to the world, while bringing international sports to the United States. These sports will make the Olympic Games LA28 unique,…Their inclusion will allow the Olympic Movement to engage with new athlete and fan communities in the US and globally.”

IOC’s Decision to Include More Sports in Olympics

The International Olympic Committee Executive Board submitted five sports, namely Flag football, squash, lacrosse, cricket, and baseball/softball, as additional sports for the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles. The LA28 organizing committee put forward these sports, and the OPC examined them.

As the IOC Executive Board took a significant step, weightlifting athletes are anticipating the confirmation. However, it is crucial to note that this decision will only be finalized by a vote of the IOC session. The final decision is scheduled to take place in Mumbai on Monday, October 16th 2023. The Weightlifting’s journey to the LA28 Olympics can be a milestone in the power of change and the unwavering commitment to preserve the spirit of fair play in sports.

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In addition, the committee chose these five new sports, making sure that these sports will showcase the American sports culture to the world. While making its final decision about the sport, the committee also made sure that these 5 sports will not only make LA28 unique but also bring international attention to the States.

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