Countdown to Commencement of the Games reveals 7000-day mark passing.
Olympics Bid: Berlin Poised for Third Attempt
Germany's capital, Berlin, has once again expressed its desire to host the Olympic Games, potentially in 2036, 2040, or 2044. Plans for the bid were unveiled this week at the Olympic Stadium, a facility that could slant the bid in Berlin's favor due to its already impressive layout, proven during major events such as the 2006 FIFA World Cup and the 2024 UEFA European Championship.
If successful, the Games could start in Berlin as early as late July 2044, 7,000 days from now, according to an estimation made by B.Z. Two-time Olympic long jump champion Heike Drechsler is among the stars advocating for Berlin's bid, suggesting that multiple attempts might be necessary to secure a valid bid.
The German city faces competition on a national level, with four partner regions—Brandenburg, Saxony, Schleswig-Holstein, and Mecklenburg-Vorpommern—also contributing to the bid. The German Olympic Sports Confederation (DOSB) will decide which city or region Germany will endorse in the bidding race by autumn 2026. Berlin's previous attempts to secure the Olympic Games failed in 1993 and 2015.
Regardless, preparations continue in the Arch of Triumph. If Berlin's bid is accepted, it will focus on hosting sustainable Olympic and Paralympic Games, utilizing existing sports venues like the Olympiastadion. Moreover, the bid emphasizes sustainability, aligning with recent priorities set by the International Olympic Committee (IOC).
However, the bid's success will hinge on various factors, including local opposition. A group called 'NOlympia Berlin' has expressed intentions to block the bid through a referendum. Whether Berlin can convince the public of the merits of the bid remains to be seen, but the city's history suggests that success might require patience and perseverance.
The unveiling of the Olympic bid for Berlin, potentially for the years 2036, 2040, or 2044, highlights the city's interest in hosting sports events such as the UEFA European Championship and the 2006 FIFA World Cup. Moreover, Berlin's sports-betting enthusiasts might find interest in the Champions League, a European football competition, as the city aspires to hold sustainable Olympic and Paralympic Games. secretary-general of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), Thomas Bach, might be among those keeping a close eye on Berlin's third attempt, given its past failures in 1993 and 2015.
