The International Olympic Committee (IOC) is considering rescheduling future Winter Olympics to earlier dates, potentially January for the Olympics and February for the Paralympics, due to climate change effects. This adjustment may disrupt current sports calendars, including World Cup events, and could clash with NFL and NBA schedules. IOC member Karl Stoss expressed concerns about warmer March conditions affecting snow quality. The organization is reviewing these issues under new president Kirsty Coventry, with further discussions planned for June regarding upcoming events, including the 2030 and 2034 Winter Games.
07 February 2026
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