Nordic Combined Faces Potential Removal from 2030 Winter Olympics

The IOC will decide this summer whether the 101-year-old sport remains in the Olympic program, with gender equality and participation concerns at the forefront.

• The Nordic Combined is the only Winter Olympic sport without female participation, leading to scrutiny over its inclusion in future games.
• The IOC is set to decide in summer 2025 whether the sport will be included in the 2030 Winter Olympics, with France as a vocal supporter of its inclusion.
• Critics cite low global participation and limited audience interest as reasons for potential removal, despite strong traditions in countries like Norway, Germany, and Japan.
• If approved for 2030, the likely format would include individual events for men and women, as well as a mixed competition.
• The sport faces additional challenges due to climate change, with fewer suitable venues and declining accessibility for events requiring snow and ski jumps.

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