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German Sports Minister supports 2040 Olympic bid coinciding with reunification

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 25, 2026, 8:18 AM

Last updated Sep 25, 2026

German Sports Minister supports 2040 Olympic bid coinciding with reunification

Summary

Ronald Rauhe, the State Sports Minister, expressed support for a German Olympic bid for the 2040 Games, a year marking the 50th anniversary of German reunification. Rauhe emphasized that this bid would send a significant national signal aligned with Olympic values. The German Olympic Sports Confederation (DOSB) will decide the candidate city—Munich or Cologne/Rhine-Ruhr—and whether to bid for the 2036, 2040, or 2044 Games. Rauhe stated his preference for 2040, reflecting on his personal experiences of reunification. He also highlighted the importance of compact Games for athletes and the need for regional sports development across Germany.

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By the Numbers

•Ronald Rauhe is the new State Sports Minister.
•The DOSB will elect the Olympic bid on Saturday.
•Rauhe favors the 2040 bid for its historical significance.
•Cologne/Rhine-Ruhr's venues include sites in former East Germany.
•Rauhe emphasizes compact Games and regional sports development.

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8:18 AMYahoo Sports — Minister hopes for 2040 German Olympic bid to mark 50 years of unity

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State Sports Minister Ronald Rauhe has said he would welcome a German Olympic bid for the 2040 Games because the year coincides with an important national milestone. “2040 will mark the 50th anniversary of reunification.
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