Dutch Sports Gala to end after 2026 edition
NOC*NSF and NOS will end their annual Sports Gala after the 2026 event, citing costs and budget cuts. The awards for top Olympic and Paralympic athletes and teams will continue.
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NOC*NSF and Dutch broadcaster NOS will end their annual Sports Gala after the 2026 edition, citing costs and budget cuts. The awards for the country’s top Olympic and Paralympic sportsman, sportswoman and team will continue, NOC*NSF says.
The final gala in its current format is scheduled for 16 December at Papendal. NOC*NSF and NOS said savings were forcing both organisations to make difficult choices, with costs the main reason for ending the event.
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