Gangwon 2024, the starting point of the Olympic year and the springboard for the next sports figures
The Winter Youth Games, where stars like Eileen Gu were able to shine, will be the first Olympic experience for 2000 athletes. “It’s great to be back in the region after the successful PyeongChang 2018 and to see the legacy of these Games,” said Thomas Bach, president of the IOC.

“A Brilliant Future”: A Brazilian artist won the medal design competition for Gangwon 2024
Dante Akira Uwai was chosen in a competition that included more than 3000 presentations and thus the fourth edition of the Winter Youth Olympic Games, which will be held from January 19 to February 1, 2024, already has its medals.

A unique opportunity to be part of history
The IOC launched a competition to design the medals for the Gangwon 2024 Winter Youth Olympic Games, which will be held from January 19 to February 1, 2024 in South Korea.

The value of the Paralympic Games has created the enduring legacy in Korea

Moongcho, a snowball, Gangwon 2024′s mascot
Moongcho was born from a snowball fight between the mascots of PyeongChang 2018 and the name derives from the Korean word Moongchida, which means to bring together various thoughts and powers. “We can look forward to a truly great Winter Youth Olympic Games,” said Thomas Bach.

Japan wins U-23 Baseball World Cup
Behind second baseman Maruyama’s three-run homer and masterful pitching the Japanese capture their second won cup over Korea. Relief pitcher Ryusei Gonda named tournament MVP

Seoul eyes another turn as Olympic host in 2036
The South Korean capital hosted the Summer Olympics in 1988

Asian Cup dirty dealings? South Korea hints at Middle East influence after losing bid to host 2023 AFC Asian Cup
Qatar will host the 2023 Asian Cup after also hosting in 2011.

KSOC President welcomes Olympic community to Seoul
The Association of National Olympic Committees is set to gather this week in South Korea
Qatar wins bid to host 2023 AFC Asian Cup
The hosts of the 2022 FIFA World Cup will now host the 2023 Asian Cup after beating Indonesia and South Korea for the bid
