OpEd -- South Africa Upturns 2020 Olympic Race
(ATR) The IOC says it still expects a bid from Africa one day, while potential bidders from around the world assess the impact of the decision from South Africa not to bid for the 2020 Olympics. Around the Rings Editor Ed Hula analyzes the developments.
Indian Legislation Jeopardizes Olympic Participation
(ATR) India will move forward with age limits on its sporting leadership, a situation the IOC tells Around the Rings “may unfortunately impact the representation and participation of India” at future Olympic Games.
Out of Many, Few Will Bid: The Candidates for 2020 Olympics
(ATR) The race for the 2020 Summer Games will soon take shape, the deadline to apply with the IOC just months away.
Kalmadi Cast Aside Amidst Corruption Investigations
(ATR) Commonwealth Games Federation president Michael Fennell tells Around the Rings the man behind Delhi 2010 hasn't been fired, just "asked to step aside".
Delhi Delays Prompt Class-Action Lawsuit, 10-Day Ultimatum
(ATR) Delhi 2010 is being sued to recover unpaid bills for the closing ceremony, while India's sports minister is giving organizers 10 days to wrap up all Commonwealth Games payments.
The Year Ahead -- Bidding for 2020
(ATR) IOC president Jacques Rogge tells Around the Rings whichever continent hosts the 2018 Winter Olympics will also have a shot at the 2020 Summer Games.
ATR Exclusive -- 2020 Too Soon to Bid, Says Indian IOC Member
(ATR) Randhir Singh tells Around the Rings India should wait until 2028 to make an Olympic bid... Matthew Grayson reports from the 2nd Asian Beach Games in Oman...
Almaty 2011 Chief Ousted; Fencing World Championships; Istanbul, Indian Bids
(ATR) Venue concerns spark shakeup for upcoming Asian Winter Games ... Fencing world championships begin Wednesday ... Turkish official says country is ready to host Olympics ... Commonwealth Games official warns India not to rush bid.
Bidding for the Games -- Rome Mayor Inspects Beijing Venues; Question Marks for India 2020
(ATR) Rome mayor tours Beijing Olympic venues ... Kalmadi eases away from bid as Coe questions readiness ... Airports for Annecy…
On the Scene in Delhi -- Commonwealth Games Look Behind, Ahead As Competition Nears End
(ATR) Delhi 2010 closes Thursday, less than a month after worries these Commonwealth Games would never start.
