In recent weeks, there have been several examples of LGBTQ athletes displaying rainbow flags at international events and competitions, such as basketball player Daniel Arcos at the Pan-American Games opening ceremony in October and figure skater Amber Glenn after her win at the U.S. Where more clarity is needed, says the IOC, assessments will continue to be made on a “case-by-case” basis. The IOC said it is committed to ensuring all athletes “have equal opportunities to express themselves” in line with the recently revised wording to its Olympic Charter and updated guidelines for participants. Athletes who want to lift a Pride rainbow flag at the Paris 2024 Olympics outside of “protected” moments and locations will be given due consideration, the International Olympic Committee has told Outsports.
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