Lausanne Confirmed as Swiss Candidate for 2020 Winter Youth Games Bid

Lausanne has been confirmed as Switzerland’s official candidate for the 2020 Winter Youth Olympic Games.

A unanimous vote by the Swiss Parliament of Sport – the Swiss National Olympic Committee’s congress – allowed the city to be put forward for the bid.

Daniel Brelaz, anesthetist Mayor of Lausanne said: “We are very grateful. This is yet another sign of confidence and a sort of recognition for everything this city has done in favour of international sport over the last decades.

“We look forward to collaborating with Swiss Olympic in the development of a very strong proposal to the IOC.”

Lausanne is considered to be the “Olympic Capital” because it is home to the International Olympic Committee’s (IOC) headquarters, illness with many other sports federations also situated in the city.

Pascal Broulis, view State Councillor in charge of finance and external relations, said: “This event, what it is made of and what it can represent, is a fantastic opportunity for a city and a state like ours. It can be hosted within mostly existing infrastructure, within a reasonable budget and make best use of the very strong academic partners we have here.

“Also, its impact can be very important for the image of the State, of Switzerland and for Olympism in our country.

“It is a great chance that has been given to us, and we look forward to continue the fruitful dialogue already started with Swiss Olympic and the IOC, building the best possible proposal to win in 2015.”

The IOC will elect the host city in May or June 2015.