Last updated on .From the section OlympicsThe Gabba will be one of the main venues for the GamesBrisbane will host the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games after being approved by the International Olympic Committee. "It's a historic day not just for Brisbane and Queensland, but for the entire country," said Prime Minister Scott Morrison. "Only global cities can secure the Olympic Games, so this is fitting recognition for Brisbane's standing across our region and the world." "The International Olympic Committee has the honour to announce that the Games of the 35th Olympiad are awarded to Brisbane, Australia," said IOC president Thomas Bach. "The Olympic Games in Brisbane will be in the most diligent, grateful and enthusiastic hands," said Australian Olympic Committee chief John Coates, who is an IOC vice-president.

Source: BBC July 21, 2021 08:47 UTC