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Cyril Linette Confirmed as Director General for 2030 Winter Olympics Organization

Linette's appointment follows extensive negotiations among key stakeholders as the organizing committee accelerates preparations for the French Alps event.

Cyril Linette.
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Overview

  • Cyril Linette was officially appointed as director general of the 2030 Winter Olympics organizing committee on April 17, 2025.
  • The decision was finalized after a third meeting of the Club des 5, comprising two host regions, the Olympic and Paralympic committees, and the Sports Ministry.
  • Edgar Grospiron, president of the organizing committee, proposed Linette for the role, citing his entrepreneurial background and leadership experience.
  • The appointment resolves delays caused by earlier candidate withdrawals, including Jean-François Vilotte, who declined the position.
  • The committee now shifts focus to filling additional director roles and expediting preparations for the February 1–17, 2030 event in the French Alps.