Winter Olympics







Jean-Claude Killy: "Annecy speaks for itself"

By Duncan Mackay
British Sports Internet Writer of the Year

Jean-Claude_head_and_shoulderFebruary 4 - Jean-Claude Killy has admitted that Annecy would have had no chance of winning its campaign to host the 2018 Winter Olympics and Paralympics if it had not changed its plans and also that it was a mistake to appoint Edgar Grospiron as the bid's chief executive.

Annecy recruit another London 2012 veteran to help Olympic bid

By Duncan Mackay
British Sports Internet Writer of the Year

Annecy_Press_conference_with_Charles_Beigbeder_February_3_2011February 4 - Annecy has continued to strengthen its team for its bid to host the 2018 Winter Olympics and Paralympics with its appointment of Britain's Nick Varley, who was instrumental in the final presentation that was so crucial in London's successful bid to host the 2012 Games.