Cyril Linette has resigned as CEO of the organizing committee for the 2030 Winter Olympics in the French Alps. His departure follows significant disagreements with Edgar Grospiron, the president of the Coordination Commission.
The committee’s board acknowledged Linette’s resignation during a meeting on February 22, 2026, in Milan. Linette, appointed by Grospiron last April, is the fourth senior executive to exit in recent months. Earlier statements cited ‘irreparable differences’ between Linette and Grospiron, with various stakeholders supporting Grospiron to lead discussions and find a resolution.
The announcement came before Grospiron’s scheduled appearance before the French Senate, alongside Olympic official Pierre-Antoine Molina, to discuss the leadership challenges. Grospiron cited a confidentiality clause for not divulging specifics of the disagreement.
French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu commented on the need for unified efforts to achieve the Games’ goals by 2030. The exits of Linette, operations director Anne Murac, and communications head Arthur Richter have added to the leadership shake-up.
Grospiron refuted any rumors of his resignation, describing media coverage as excessive. He emphasized the necessity for systematic and collective teamwork to overcome current challenges. Despite Linette’s contributions being acknowledged, the committee stated that a governance refresh aligns with their strategic goals as a significant phase of the project begins.
Pierre-Olivier Beckers, head of the International Olympic Committee’s coordination commission, mentioned that the French team has less preparation time, having commenced in 2024 with government financial backing. He stressed the importance of swift progress ahead of the completion of the Milano-Cortina Games, stating the necessity for a dedicated and trusting team to succeed.
