Mronz pushes for stronger Olympic bid in DOSB presidential campaign
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 10, 2026, 9:03 AM
Last updated Oct 10, 2026
Michael Mronz aims to strengthen Munich's bid for the 2036 Summer Olympics by seeking the presidency of the German Olympic Sports Confederation (DOSB). As a member of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), Mronz believes his election could bolster Germany's presence in international sports. Aiming to succeed Thomas Weikert, who is not running for re-election, Mronz emphasizes the need for modernization within the DOSB. He urges organized German sport to decide if they desire growth and reform, stating that a robust Olympic bid is central to his vision. The presidential election is scheduled for December.
- •Mronz is a current IOC member and aims for DOSB presidency.
- •Munich seeks to host the Summer Games in 2036, competing against several countries.
- •The presidential election for DOSB takes place in December.
- •Mronz advocates for a stronger international presence for Germany in sports.
- •He emphasizes a modernization and reform process for the DOSB.
- 9:03 AMYahoo Sports — Mronz: Being elected DOSB president could help Munich's Olympic bid
"Michael Mronz has said that Munich's Olympic bid could benefit if he is elected as the new head of the German Olympic Sports Confederation (DOSB). Mronz is a member of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) which elects the hosts.
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