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Amsterdam hosts 22nd annual Drag Olympics with diverse competitions

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 5:29 PM

Last updated Aug 2, 2026

Amsterdam hosts 22nd annual Drag Olympics with diverse competitions

Summary

Amsterdam's 22nd annual Drag Olympics took place on August 2, featuring events like high-heel races and handbag tosses. Organised by the House of Hopelezz, the event showcased over ten contestants from various countries including the Netherlands, Ireland, and Iran. While competitors donned flamboyant outfits, they also addressed sociopolitical issues during performances. The Drag Olympics serves as a platform for visibility and celebration amid ongoing global tensions. The festivities continue this week with Amsterdam hosting WorldPride.

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Key Details

•Event features high-heel races, handbag toss, and tug-of-war.
•Participants included contestants from multiple countries.
•Performers addressed sociopolitical issues between competitions.
•Event aims to celebrate Pride despite recent violence.
•Amsterdam hosting WorldPride following the Drag Olympics.

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5:29 PMYahoo Sports — Handbag tosses and high-heeled sprints: Amsterdam celebrates Drag Olympics

What they're saying

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Donning leopard print and fishnets, three drag queens take off from the starting line of a high-heel sprint track as an electrified crowd cheered at Amsterdam's Drag Olympics. The 22nd annual event hosted Friday is the world's largest sporting event dedicated to drag queens and kings, according to organisers the House of Hopelezz, Amsterdam's oldest drag community.
— Yahoo Sports

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