Swiss government will back 'modest' 2038 Winter Games bid

Switzerland's government pledged its support for a local bid for the 2038 Winter Olympics, which vows to use only existing facilities, spread the Games across the whole country and draw funding mainly from the private sector.

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The International Olympic Committee (IOC) invited Switzerland to a so-called privileged dialogue, meaning the nation can be awarded the Games in 2027 without having to compete against other hosts, the government said in a statement on Sept 27. The Olympics are "a great opportunity for the country," it added.

"This won't be an instance of megalomania. It should be Games that suit us in Switzerland - that are modest and yet beautiful and inspiring," Swiss President Viola Amherd told reporters in Bern.