FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Monday, June 24th, 2019
NBC Sports statement on Milan-Cortina being chosen to host the 2026 Olympic Winter Games:
“Congratulations to Milan-Cortina and to the IOC for today’s decision awarding the 2026 Olympic Winter Games. With a storied Olympic history, strong local support, and an imaginative plan, we are confident that Italy will host a successful and memorable Olympics. We are excited for Milan and Cortina to join an inspiring collection of upcoming host cities — Tokyo 2020, Beijing 2022, Paris 2024, and Los Angeles 2028 — that will captivate the American audience and serve as wonderful backdrops for the world’s greatest event.”