Johan Eliasch, a candidate for International Olympic Committee president, said the global Olympic governing body should take care to avoid political issues, tamping down concerns over the impact of a potential travel ban on the 2028 Los Angeles Games.

Outgoing IOC president talks Donald Trump, transgender row and Russia-Ukraine conflict

The International Olympic Committee must take a leadership role on the participation of transgender athletes to protect women's sport, IOC presidential candidate Juan Antonio Samaranch said on Tuesday.

IOC presidential candidate Juan Antonio Samaranch emphasizes the need for the IOC to take decisive leadership regarding transgender athletes' participation, safeguarding women's sports. With the 2028 LA Olympics nearing,

United States President Donald Trump has been a long-time supporter and promoter of the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics and the International Olympic Committee is confident of his continued support, outgoing IOC President Thomas Bach said on Friday.