Seven Bidders Vie for 2036 Olympic Games, Including India and Qatar
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has confirmed seven bidders, including India and Qatar, are vying to host the 2036 Olympics, with one bid potentially bringing the Games to Africa for the first time.
Lubbock, TX, October 6, 2026 — The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has announced that seven national Olympic committees have formally submitted bids to host the 2036 Olympic Games. Among the confirmed contenders are India and Qatar, signaling significant global interest in staging the prestigious international multi-sport event.
The process for selecting the host city for the 2036 Games is underway, with the IOC evaluating the submissions from the seven National Olympic Committees. While the summary identifies India and Qatar as participants, the names of the other five bidding nations have not been specified in the available information.
A notable aspect of the current bidding landscape is the potential for the Olympic Games to be held on the African continent for the first time in history. One of the seven bids is understood to be from an African nation, which, if successful, would mark a historic milestone for the continent.
The IOC has not released further details regarding the specific timelines for the decision-making process, the criteria for evaluation, or the locations of the bids beyond those explicitly mentioned. Information regarding the progress of any inspection outcomes, code violations, or fine amounts related to these bids is also not available.
The confirmation of seven bidders indicates robust interest in hosting the event, a complex undertaking that requires substantial infrastructure, financial commitment, and public support. The IOC’s selection process typically involves extensive dialogue with potential hosts and detailed assessments to ensure the chosen city and country can deliver a successful and sustainable Olympic Games.
Further announcements regarding the shortlisted candidates and the eventual host city are expected as the IOC progresses through its evaluation stages. The contractor’s name for any bidding process, or specific organizational details beyond the IOC’s confirmation of the number of bidders, were not provided.
Story summarized from the original created by GRAHAM DUNBAR, Associated Press on www.everythinglubbock.com, see more information here.
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