The President of CONI, Giovanni Malagò, has issued the following statement with regard to the notification of the approval - on the part of the governing body of Rai - of the agreement with Discovery for the acquisition of the free-to-air radio and television broadcasting rights for the 2018 PyeongChang Olympic Games.

“We are very pleased that Rai has acquired the broadcasting rights for the Winter Olympic Games, because it perfectly complements what is already on offer from Discovery with Eurosport. We have always supported this opportunity which allows the greatest possible visibility for winter disciplines, the sponsors and those who have invested in this project. I also with to thank the Discovery group, and my best wishes to the President and General Director of Rai.”