British PM Reportedly Worked Against Madrid 2020
(ATR) A member of the European Parliament says the British government helped sabotage the Madrid 2020 Olympic bid.
Golden 25 -- #22 Juan Antonio Samaranch Jr
(ATR) Juan Antonio Samaranch, Jr. is following an upward trajectory as he takes a seat on the IOC Executive Board. He's number 22 in the Around the Rings Golden 25 for 2014…
IOC Members, Olympic Officials React to Tokyo 2020 Victory
(ATR) The Japanese Prime Minister and nearly a dozen IOC members, including presidential candidates, give their thoughts to Around the Rings about Tokyo’s triumph. 125th IOC Session Coverage, Sponsored by EY.
HRH Prince Felipe of Asturias joins Madrid 2020 Delegation in Buenos Aires
HRH Prince Felipe of Asturias arrived in Buenos Aires today, ready to lead the final campaign push as Madrid bids to host the Olympic and Paralympic Games in 2020.
Legal Action Considered for 2002 Spying; 2016 Doping Lab Trouble
(ATR)The former mayor of Salt Lake City said he is considering legal action against the government for perceived “spying”... WADA revokes accreditation of Rio 2016 doping lab… 2020 updates… Russia, U.S. unveil Sochi hockey jerseys.
Pau Gasol, speaks out for Madrid 2020 in Buenos Aires
Pau Gasol has been chosen to speak with the Madrid 2020 team before the members of the International Olympic Committee. Gasol, one of Spain’s greatest athletes is a two-time NBA world Champion and a two-time Olympic Silver Medalist; he will speak on behalf of Spanish athletes. On September 7, millions of people around the world will listen as he shares why Madrid 2020’s bid, makes sense now, more than ever.
Blanco: "We are going to Buenos Aires with strength. We are convinced of the good results"
Alejandro Blanco, President of the Madrid 2020 Olympic Bid, and Ana Botella, Mayor of Madrid, held an informal meeting with media in the last public appearance of both institutions before flying to Buenos Aires for the Olympic voting next 7 September.
The Support for Madrid 2020 becomes World Trending Topic
Madrid 2020 sets off for Moscow with the Spain team
Barcelona Winter Olympic Ambitions Hold No Concerns for Madrid 2020
(ATR) Madrid 2020 says Barcelona’s plans to bid for the 2022 Winter Olympics if the Spanish capital fails to secure hosting rights will not hurt its campaign.
