Frequently Asked Questions
Sports, programme and results
What are the conditions required for a sport to be recognised by the IOC?
To be recognised by the IOC, a sport must first of all be governed by an International Federation (IF). This is required in order to conform to the Rules of the Olympic Charter, the World Anti-Doping Code as well as the Olympic Movement Code on the Prevention of Manipulation of Competitions.
Learn more:
For more information on IF recognition, please refer to the Olympic Charter, Chapter 3, Rule 25
List of the International Sports Federations recognised by the IOC (see the "Contact Directory")
Sports, programme and results
What are the conditions required for a sport to be recognised by the IOC?
To be recognised by the IOC, a sport must first of all be governed by an International Federation (IF). This is required in order to conform to the Rules of the Olympic Charter, the World Anti-Doping Code as well as the Olympic Movement Code on the Prevention of Manipulation of Competitions.
Learn more:
For more information on IF recognition, please refer to the Olympic Charter, Chapter 3, Rule 25
List of the International Sports Federations recognised by the IOC (see the "Contact Directory")
