IOC Television Rights Policy

A set of flashcards covering key terms and concepts related to IOC television rights policy, significant events, and influential figures.

Rule 49

The IOC's first official television-rights policy expanded by Avery Brundage in 1958.

Avery Brundage

An influential figure who shaped Olympic policies and faced challenges from various members including IFs.

NOC Presidents

National Olympic Committee presidents who objected to neglect and financial discrepancies regarding IFs.

ISF

International Sports Federations that demanded a share of Olympic television revenue.

The Rome Formula

A 1966 agreement to distribute Olympic television revenue among NOCs, IFs, and the IOC.

Sputnik Satellite

Successfully placed into Earth’s low orbit in 1957, this technology revolutionized television broadcasts.

GAIF

Group advocating for the distribution of global television revenue among International Federations.

The Munich Massacre

The 1972 terrorist attack during the Olympics that resulted in the deaths of 11 Israeli athletes and officials.

Financial Burden

The financial responsibilities borne by NOCs for sending teams to the Olympics.

Exeter

The President of IAAF, who challenged Brundage and sought to influence the distribution of funds.