Pau Gasol, New President of the IOC Athletes’ Commission
The former Spanish basketball player, Pau Gasol, has been elected as the president of the Athletes’ Commission of the International Olympic Committee during the Milan-Cortina Games.
Gasol, who was already part of this commission since August 2, 2021, after being appointed at the end of the Tokyo Olympic Games, now assumes a role of greater responsibility.
As president, Gasol will represent athletes on the IOC Executive Commission, strengthening the voice of athletes within the Olympic organization.
During his career, the former Spanish international participated in five editions of the Olympic Games, achieving important successes.
- Silver medal at the 2008 Beijing Olympics.
- Silver medal at the 2012 London Olympics.
- Bronze medal at the 2016 Rio Olympics.
In addition to his new position, Gasol will remain a member of the IOC Ethics Commission and the Coordination Commission for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games, maintaining his active participation in the structure of the Olympic movement.
