IOC President Downplays Risk of Salt Lake City Losing 2034 Winter Olympics

Thomas Bach reassures that the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency is expected to align with WADA, easing concerns about potential termination of the host contract.

Thomas Bach visited Utah to address concerns about a termination clause in Salt Lake City's 2034 Winter Olympics host contract.
The clause allows the IOC to pull the Games if the U.S. government does not respect the World Anti-Doping Agency's authority.
Tensions have grown between WADA and the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency, particularly after an investigation into a suspected doping coverup.
Gene Sykes of the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee views the clause as a reasonable accommodation that ensures a stronger anti-doping system.
Despite the clause, local officials and Olympic leaders maintain confidence that Salt Lake City will not lose the 2034 Winter Games.