Romney Celebrates IOC Vote Awarding 2034 Winter Olympics to Salt Lake City

WASHINGTON-U.S. Senator Mitt Romney (R-UT) today celebrated the International Olympic Committee's (IOC) vote to officially award the 2034 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games to Salt Lake City, Utah. The decision was made at the 142nd IOC session in Paris, France, today following a final presentation by the Salt Lake City-Utah Committee delegation for the Games.

"It is official-the Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games are coming back to Salt Lake City in 2034! Now, when I was involved in the 2002 games, I was inspired by the Olympians who demonstrated the greatest qualities of the human spirit through their grit and athleticism, their determination and their courage. But I was also inspired to see so many Utahns come together-in official as well as voluntary roles-to serve those who were visiting from nations across the globe," said Senator Romney.

"During those games, Utah demonstrated to the entire world its unique spirit of service and fellowship. And Utah is well-prepared to host the world once again for the Winter Games. We are a leading hub for winter sports; our economy is resilient and growing; our sporting venues and infrastructure are well kept and regularly used for competition; and of course, we have the "Greatest Snow on Earth," Senator Romney continued.

"I want to congratulate and thank all those who put in tireless work to make this happen-especially Fraser Bullock, who led the effort-as well as state leaders. I look forward to cheering on Team USA as they compete in the Beehive State in 2034," Senator Romney concluded.