Host City Archives

Was it a fixed race or the fruit of reform? In the summer of 2021, amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, the decision to award the 2032 Games to Brisbane was quietly finalized in Tokyo. What lies behind the scenes of this decision? The heavy-handed influence of IOC Vice President John Coates, who worked behind the scenes, and the backstory of the overwhelmingly favorable vote of confidence. The depths of a decision that fundamentally overturned the rules of Olympic bidding.

Behind the scenes of the simultaneous decision for the 2030 French Alps Olympics and the 2034 Salt Lake City Utah Olympics. What move did the IOC make to avert the crisis threatening the Winter Olympics' survival? What did President Macron pledge to President Bach at the General Assembly? An unprecedented agreement born from the clash between the U.S. government and the sports world. A comprehensive look at the IOC's desperate strategy to save the Winter Olympics.

The moment the 2006 Torino Winter Olympics were awarded: footage and a thorough behind-the-scenes analysis. Why did the favored candidate, Sion, Switzerland, lose? The truth behind the “retaliatory vote” triggered by allegations of Salt Lake City corruption, and the relentless determination of the Agnelli family, leaders of Fiat. Includes the original announcement by President Samaranch and voting data.

Watch the exact moment Salt Lake City won the 2002 Winter Olympics. Uncover the dramatic revenge against Nagano and the worst bid scandal in Olympic history.

Watch the defining moment Nagano won the 1998 Winter Olympics. Relive Samaranch's famous "NAGANO!" announcement and the dramatic 4-vote victory over Salt Lake.