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Germany has internally agreed on Munich as a candidate for the 2036, 2040 or 2044 Summer Games. DOSB President Weikert played a crucial role in the selection process.
Munich has surprisingly clearly prevailed in the German competition for the Olympic candidacy - and now has to convince the IOC. DOSB President Weikert had a breakdown at the crucial moment.
Benjamin Knaack reports from Baden-Baden
September 26, 2026, 6:33 p.m
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Summer Games 2036, 2040 and 2044 Munich wins the national Olympic competition. Now the real race begins
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The IOC will decide on the awarding of the 2036, 2040 and 2044 Summer Games within the next few months.
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