Kirsty Coventry
Coverage of Kirsty Coventry in the Nexus archive.
- Why the Olympics won’t have a Balogate
President Trump's involvement with FIFA over a red card controversy has highlighted political tensions in global sports, contrasting with the International Olympic Committee's (IOC) more measured approach under President Kirsty Coventry as Los Angeles prepares to host the 2028 Olympics. The IOC has distanced itself from direct White House engagement, relying on LA28 organizers instead of cultivating high-profile relationships like FIFA's Gianni Infantino did with Trump.
- Olympic athletes to get cash grants from new $100M fund created by IOC
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) announced a $100 million fund to provide $10,000 grants to athletes who compete in the 2026 Winter Games and 2028 Summer Games. The initiative, led by IOC member Pau Gasol, emphasizes direct athlete support without labeling the payments as prize money. Eligibility includes not testing positive for doping.