IOC praises LA28 planning progress ahead of 2028 Olympics
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 6, 2026, 7:58 PM
Last updated Jun 6, 2026
During a press conference on June 4, IOC officials expressed strong support for Los Angeles' preparations for the 2028 Olympic Games. They declared that LA28 is ahead of previous organizing committees at this stage. IOC Chair of the Coordination Commission Nicole Hoevertsz highlighted measurable progress and a capable leadership team. The 2028 Games are projected to host 15,000 athletes, making it the largest sporting event ever held in the U.S. The IOC's positive assessment comes after a week of coordination meetings between IOC and LA28 leaders.
- •IOC declares LA28 ahead of previous organizing committees on June 4.
- •15,000 athletes expected for the 2028 Olympic Games.
- •IOC officials noted measurable progress in LA28 preparations.
- •LA28 leadership praised for being capable and experienced.
- •Positive assessment follows a week of coordination meetings.
- 7:58 PMYahoo Sports — IOC Officials Say LA28 Passes Its Midterm Exams
"Leaders of the IOC this week declared in a press conference LA28 is further ahead than any previous Olympic organizing committee at the same point in the planning cycle
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