IOC Report on LA 2028 Games Highlights Visa and Ticket Price Concerns

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) presented a progress report on the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, emphasizing challenges related to entry visas and ticket prices. IOC members like Ingmar de Vos and Dagmawit Girmai Berhan raised concerns about the visa process for athletes, families, officials, media, and fans, questioning the simplification of procedures.

Dagmawit Girmai Berhan, an IOC member from Ethiopia, stressed the importance of ensuring access for eligible athletes participating in Olympic qualifying tournaments in the United States. The report highlighted ongoing collaboration with the US State Department to streamline visa processes, particularly for athletes.

Additionally, ticket prices for the LA Games were discussed, with Casei Wasserman noting the consideration of expenses compared to the 2024 Paris Olympics. The report underscored the need for a balance between revenue streams like sponsorships and ticket sales to manage ticket prices effectively.