The head of the German Olympic Sports Confederation (DOSB) is Thomas Weikert. He has been serving as the president of the DOSB, where he plays a pivotal role in overseeing Germany’s participation in international sporting events and fostering sports development within the country
Weikert’s leadership has been marked by efforts to enhance Germany’s engagement in the Olympic movement and address various challenges within the sports community. His tenure includes initiatives aimed at increasing cooperation with other national Olympic committees, such as the recent agreement with the French NOC to promote intercultural dialogue and peaceful coexistence through sports.
Under his guidance, the DOSB has also been considering bids for future Olympic and Paralympic Games, with a focus on sustainability and creating added societal value. This includes plans for a potential bid to host the Olympic Winter Games in 2034 and the Olympic Games in 2036, emphasizing the unique power of sport and its ecological, social, and economic benefits
The German Olympic Sports Confederation (DOSB), or “Deutscher Olympischer Sportbund,” is the leading organization for sports in Germany, founded in 2006 from the merger of the National Olympic Committee for Germany (NOK) and the German Sports Confederation (DSB). The DOSB plays a crucial role in managing Germany’s involvement in the Olympic Games and promoting sports across the nation. It oversees a wide range of activities aimed at developing both elite and grassroots sports, ensuring that sports are accessible to everyone.
Thomas Weikert, the current president of the DOSB since December 2021, leads the organization. Under his leadership, the DOSB has focused on enhancing Germany’s international sporting presence and addressing various societal issues through sports. Weikert, who previously served as the president of the International Table Tennis Federation, is committed to leveraging the power of sports for social good and promoting sustainable practices within the sporting community.
One of the significant initiatives under Weikert’s tenure is the consideration of bids to host future Olympic Games, including the Winter Games in 2034 and the Summer Games in 2036. This effort highlights the DOSB’s commitment to sustainability and the long-term benefits of hosting major sporting events. Additionally, the DOSB has entered into various international collaborations, such as a recent cooperation agreement with the French NOC to promote intercultural dialogue and peaceful coexistence through sports
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