The IOC Esports Commission was established on September 5, 2023 by then-IOC President Thomas Bach. Led by IOC member David Lappartient, the commission was tasked with exploring the potential of virtual sports and esports within the Olympic framework. The commission was dissolved in 2025 as part of the IOC’s restructuring under the “Fit for the Future” plan, with esports responsibilities transferred to the President’s executive office.
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IOC Esports Commission
The IOC Esports Commission was established in September 2023 to explore the potential of esports and virtual sports within the Olympic movement.
Entity profile
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Established
September 5, 2023
Chair
David Lappartient
Mandate
Esports and virtual sports in the Olympic framework
Status
Dissolved in 2025
Responsibilities moved to the IOC President's office
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