US EditionMunich's Mayor Celebrates Victory in a Vote on Bidding for the Olympics
Over 66% of Munich voters approved the Olympic bid aimed at boosting housing, transport, and business despite concerns about financial costs.
- On Sunday, Munich residents approved pursuing an Olympic bid, with just over 66% support, Munich authorities said.
- Supporters argue the bid would spur housing, public transport, and business development, while opponents raised concerns over financial costs; the referendum left open whether the target would be 2036, 2040, or 2044.
- The mayor described the result as far more than a yes to the Olympics, framing it as backing bold, sustainable, and inclusive urban development while recalling Munich's 1972 Summer Olympics.
- Public votes have previously derailed Olympic bids, with Sion, Switzerland abandoning its 2026 bid and Graz, Austria dropping theirs amid cost concerns raised by local opponents.
- The international bidding field already includes India and Qatar as potential hosts, the International Olympic Committee said Wednesday it would break off contact with Indonesia, and Los Angeles 2028 will feature more events and medals.
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There is a record participation in the Munich citizens' decision on an Olympic application. The result is clear.
In the referendum on Munich's possible Olympic bid, the "yes" camp is clearly ahead according to initial vote counts. Munich residents were able to vote on whether to host the Summer Games in 2036, 2040, or 2044.
Munich has voted – for an application for the summer games 2036, 2040 or 2044. The first hurdle is taken. However, there are still three national competitors. And in the end the IOC decides.
After the first figures, the citizens of Munich voted in favour of an application for the hosting of the Olympic and Paralympic Summer Games. After counting more than half of the electoral areas, the supporters came to almost two thirds of the votes cast.
Munich has voted - for an application for the summer games 2036, 2040 or 2044. The first hurdle is taken. However, there are still three national competitors. And in the end the IOC decides.
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