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The future of the Olympic Games hinges on the IOC's ability to adapt and reform. As they explore options such as private negotiations and partnerships with existing venues, whether these measures create a renaissance in the interest of hosting remains an open question.

The next few Olympic cycles will be critical in determining if there is a renewed appetite for hosting the Games or if the trend of withdrawing bids continues. Should Paris and Los Angeles demonstrate that the IOC's changes can lead to financially viable alignments, it might inspire a new wave of interest. If not, the treasured tradition of the Olympic Games might need to undergo even more fundamental transformations.