Group 1 - The International Olympic Committee (IOC) held its 144th session from March 19 to 21, where Kirsty Coventry was elected as the new president, marking a significant leadership change [1][3] - Coventry, a former Olympic swimmer and IOC member since 2013, is the first African woman to hold the presidency, which was seen as an unexpected outcome given her initial popularity compared to other candidates [3][4] - Her election reflects a preference for continuity over radical reform within the IOC, as her platform is considered moderate and pragmatic, focusing on athlete benefits and collaboration with international sports federations [4][8] Group 2 - Coventry's campaign emphasized the importance of athletes benefiting from IOC partnerships and enhancing their professional development, as well as increasing the role of international federations in various Olympic events, including esports [6][8] - She expressed a commitment to expanding media partnerships to reach a broader and more diverse audience for the Olympics [6] - Coventry's stance on esports is cautiously optimistic, recognizing its potential to attract younger audiences while also maintaining a critical view on certain games that may not align with Olympic values [9][11][12]