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When Ordinary Becomes Extraordinary: Olympic and Paralympic Heroes

Milken InstituteGene Sykes, Janet Evans, Allyson Felix, Apolo Ohno, Sarah Reinertsen
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  • The bid committee projects the Los Angeles Olympic and Paralympic Games will occur in 2024 if the bid is successful.
  • The bid strategy relies on leveraging existing infrastructure, including a new stadium in Inglewood and the former sports arena site, rather than constructing new venues or incurring construction costs.
  • A public transit transformation is anticipated by 2024 to enhance venue accessibility to a level comparable to London's subway or the Paris metro.
  • The organization expects the region to function as a hub for creativity and innovation, aiming to inspire a future generation of youth and athletes.
  • Southern California is identified as a primary location for Olympic and Paralympic athletes due to year-round optimal weather conditions and a high concentration of residents who train in the area.
  • Stakeholders predict the 2024 games will utilize advanced technology to enable athletes to achieve high performance levels regardless of genetic talent, potentially spawning a historically unique generation of competitors.
  • The games are expected to establish a legacy rooted in the 1984 history, creating enduring impacts that touch lives locally and globally.