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Health Experts Urge Olympics to Drop Coca-Cola Sponsorship

Calls grow for the IOC to end its nearly century-long partnership due to concerns over promoting unhealthy sugary drinks.

  • Public health experts argue Coca-Cola uses the Olympics to 'sportswash' its products, linking them to poor nutrition and global health issues.
  • The IOC's sponsorship deal with Coca-Cola, worth $3 billion, runs until at least 2032.
  • Critics compare the current situation to past successful campaigns against tobacco and alcohol sponsorships in sports.
  • The 'Kick Big Soda Out of Sport' campaign is backed by 66 organizations pushing for policy changes.
  • Coca-Cola defends its partnership, highlighting its range of beverage options and efforts to reduce sugar in its products.
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