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French Elections Delay 2030 Winter Olympics Host Confirmation

French President Emmanuel Macron reacts as he delivers a speech, Wednesday, June 12, 2024 in Paris. President Emmanuel Macron is addressing French voters on Wednesday for the first times since he has

LAUSANNE, Switzerland (AP) — Salt Lake City is on track to secure the hosting rights for the 2034 Winter Olympics, while the French Alps bid for the 2030 edition faces a potential delay due to the upcoming French parliamentary elections called by President Emmanuel Macron.

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has scheduled a voting session on July 24 in Paris to confirm both the 2030 and 2034 Winter Games hosts. However, Macron's announcement of national elections on June 30 and July 7 has caused a pause in the process, as the necessary paperwork is yet to be finalized.

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