The 144th International Olympic Committee (IOC) Session is underway in Ancient Olympia, marking the end of Thomas Bach’s decade-long leadership. As he prepares to step down, Bach reflects on his transformative tenure, which included the Olympic Agenda 2020 and 2020+5 initiatives, promoting gender equality, technological advancements, and youth engagement. His leadership faced significant challenges, particularly navigating the Tokyo 2020 Games during the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite political tensions and financial strains, he kept the Olympic movement unified. As the world anticipates his successor, Bach’s legacy remains firmly embedded in Olympic history.
Source – CGTN