Munich under Olympic stress: Who will win the 2036 Games?

Munich under Olympic stress: Who will win the 2036 Games?

The bidding for the Olympic and Paralympic Games has begun, and Munich is in the running with a strong concept. BR reports that Germany has officially submitted its application to the International Olympic Committee (IOC). In addition to Munich, Berlin, Hamburg and the Rhine-Ruhr region, with Cologne as the “Leading City”, have also set their feet in the Olympic waters. This means that a top-class competition is on the agenda.

A significant part of the selection process is organized by the German Olympic Sports Confederation (DOSB). Those responsible have designed an evaluation matrix that is intended to provide a well-founded basis for decision-making. But what exactly is behind this matrix? It includes various categories and sub-criteria that are weighted according to points – a real challenge for the applicant cities.

Evaluation matrix and decision making

The new evaluation commission will compile all evaluations. The leading Olympic associations are allowed to have a say, but their influence remains limited. The tension will increase until the DOSB general meeting in September 2026, when a concept will be chosen that meets the international criteria. Munich's earlier vote, which ended with 66 percent support for the Olympic bid, could be an ace up its sleeve. However, there is currently a lack of comparative values ​​with other cities.

For Hamburg and the Rhine-Ruhr region, votes are due in the spring, while Berlin is pursuing a popular initiative. The projected ticket revenue also plays an important role in the matrix, even if the money does not ultimately flow to the IOC. The question of “legacy” – the legacy of the Games – should actually be of great importance for the IOC, but is only marginally taken into account in the matrix. One thing is very clear: Sustainability is assessed in a binary way, there is no big fuss.

Outlook for the next steps

An exciting but uncertain time lies ahead for the candidate cities. It remains to be seen whether the matrix will actually be able to select the absolute best candidate for the 2036, 2040 or 2044 Olympics. The next few months will be crucial in Munich and the other cities as strategies need to be developed and opinions formed.

For the people of Munich, this is an exciting topic that will provide a lot of conversation in the coming months. Aside from the Olympic preparations, the world of technology is also staying ahead of the curve. Companies like Microsoft are releasing new tools that can spice up our productivity. The newly introduced Microsoft 365 Copilot app has an integration of Word, Excel, PowerPoint and more, providing AI-powered features for everyday user experience.

What is particularly exciting is that innovation does not stand still in the world of numbers and calculations. Tools from Calculator show how easy it is to work with fractions and decimals. Whether it's for school or everyday numerics, simple applications can help, including converting fractions to decimals and vice versa.

Overall, it shows that there are exciting developments in both sport and technology that will shape the future. And who knows, maybe Munich will soon be at the forefront not only of sport but also of technology.