eSports: "A discussion about the inclusion of eSports on the Olympic programme is premature" (IOC)

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Olympic Summit in Lausanne (SUI), on 08/12/2018 - ©  IOC/Greg Martin

"A discussion about the inclusion of eSports as a medal event on the Olympic programme is premature," said the IOC at the Olympic Summit in Lausanne (SUI) on 08/12/2018.

"It was agreed that the Olympic Movement should continue to engage with this community, whilst at the same time acknowledging that uncertainties remain (see below). A number...

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Olympic Summit in Lausanne (SUI), on 08/12/2018 - ©  IOC/Greg Martin

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