Allyson Felix Elected to IOC Athletes’ Commission
– *Election Details*: Allyson Felix has been elected to the International Olympic Committee (IOC) Athletes’ Commission for an eight-year term, ending at the 2032 Brisbane Olympics ¹. She received 2,880 votes out of 6,576 ballots cast by athletes at the Paris Olympics.
– *Felix’s Background*: Felix is a five-time U.S. Olympian and 11-time Olympic medalist (seven golds, three silvers, and one bronze) ³. She is the most decorated female track and field athlete in Olympic history.
– *IOC Athletes’ Commission*: The IOC Athletes’ Commission represents athletes within the Olympic Movement and supports them in their sporting and non-sporting careers ⁵. The commission has 23 members, with 12 elected by athletes and 11 appointed by the IOC President.
– *Felix’s Role*: As a member of the IOC Athletes’ Commission, Felix will contribute to ensuring that the athletes’ voice remains at the heart of the Olympic Movement’s decisions ¹. She will also become a member of the USOPC board of directors.
– *Other Elected Members*: Felix is joined by Kim Bui (Germany, Gymnastics), Jessica Fox (Australia, Canoe), and Marcus Daniell (New Zealand, Tennis) as newly elected members of the IOC Athletes’ Commission.
