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Support for Berlin's Olympic bid declines in latest survey

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 3:10 PM

Last updated Jun 3, 2026

Support for Berlin's Olympic bid declines in latest survey

Summary

A recent survey conducted by the Dimap institute reveals that support for Berlin's Olympic bid has fallen. As of May 30, 38% of residents back the bid, down from 60% in March. The number of residents opposing the bid has increased by 7%, with 25% firmly against it. The survey was commissioned by the German Olympic Sports Confederation and included responses from 1,205 participants. Berlin is competing with Munich and the Cologne-led Rhine-Ruhr area for the opportunity to host the Olympics in 2036, 2040, or 2044, with a decision by the DOSB expected on September 26.

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By the Numbers

•Berlin's Olympic support drops from 60% to 38% in three months.
•13% of residents are more or less opposed to the bid.
•Munich and Cologne/Rhine-Ruhr have higher support in their bids.
•Berlin's bid requires parliamentary approval, not a referendum.
•Decision on the selected city for the Olympics will be made on September 26.

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3:10 PMYahoo Sports — Survey: Support of Berlin's Olympic bid drops

What they're saying

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A majority of Berlin residents supports the city's planned Olympic bid but the backing is less than at a first survey conducted three months ago. The survey by the Dimap institute commissioned by the German Olympic Sports Confederation (DOSB) said that 38% said "yes" and 18% "more or less yes" when asked whether they backed the bid.
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