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“The Evaluation Commission made sure to produce a report that we feel is an accurate, objective and fair assessment of each of the three Candidate Cities,” said Commission Chairman Reedie. “We are indeed very pleased with the quality of each bid and it is clear that the IOC members will have a difficult choice to make this September in Buenos Aires.”

The election of the host city of the 2020 Olympic Games will take place on 7 September 2013 during the 125th IOC Session in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Prior to the IOC members casting their votes, the Candidate Cities will make their final presentations, followed by a final report by Evaluation Commission Chairman. The city that obtains an absolute majority of votes will be elected.

* Cities are listed in the order of drawing of lots

Note to editors:

The dates of the Evaluation Commission visits, which were based on logistical considerations, were as follows:

Tokyo: 4-7 March 2013

Madrid: 18-21 March 2013

Istanbul: 24-27 March 2013