What is the maximum number of athletes participating in the Summer Olympic Games?

The question of how many athletes participate in the Summer Olympics is important for understanding the scale of this sporting event. According to the provisions of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) charter, the approximate limit set for the Summer Olympics is around 10,500 athletes.

The official document entitled Olympic Games Framework specifies that the Summer Games must be held with an approximate maximum number of 10,500 athletes. This limit is not set in stone as a fixed and immutable number, but serves as a planning target for host cities. In particular, it ensures the feasibility of the organization, the capacity of all facilities, and cost control.

There are several reasons why we refer to an approximate number rather than a strict figure:

• The Games are evolving: the number of sports, events, delegations, and reception areas may change.
• Each edition can negotiate exceptions or adjustments.
• Logistics (Olympic villages, transportation, security) require that a reasonable threshold not be exceeded.
• The IOC and the organizing committee want to avoid the event becoming unmanageable.

For example, for the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, the estimated number of athletes was around 10,500. This figure confirms that the target of 10,500 is being met in practice, even if there may be some variations.

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