Kevan Gosper, a distinguished figure in the Olympic movement who served two terms as International Olympic Committee (IOC) vice-president and was twice elected to its executive board, has passed away after a short illness.
“Kevan was one of the true giants of the Olympic movement, not just in Australia but globally,” said Ian Chesterman, president of the Australian Olympic Committee (AOC). “His loss will be felt enormously by so many of his friends who are gathering in Paris for the Olympic Games. There will be so many there from across the world who will have a heavy heart today with the news of Kevan’s passing.”
Gosper was a celebrated two-time Olympic runner, competing in Melbourne in 1956 and Rome in 1960. He later transitioned into a remarkable career as a sports administrator. He served as president of the AOC from 1985 to 1990 before ascending to a significant role within the IOC, where he was a member for 36 years.
