Le replacement for Kirsty Coventry is known. Humphrey Kayange is the new chairman of the IOC Coordination Commission for Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic GamesHe was appointed by IOC President Thomas Bach, since Coventry left the post following his election in March as IOC president.
Former rugby player and IOC memberHumphrey Kayange has been a member of the Dakar 2026 Coordination Commission since 2022. The Kenyan will now lead operations to help the YOG Organising Committee plan and deliver the event. My ambition is to empower young athletes. I am honored to defend the interests of the Olympic Movement and to offer young people a springboard to excellence. The Dakar 2026 YOG will bring together young athletes from around the world, while celebrating African innovation and the Olympic spirit. " he said. Humphrey Kayange will chair, May 7 and 8, the meeting of the coordination commission in Dakar, in the presence of Kirsty Coventry.
