Salt Lake City was officially selected to host the 2034 Winter Olympics, marking Utah's second time hosting the Games after the 2002 Winter Olympics. The announcement, made by the International Olympic Committee in Paris, sparked celebration among locals, with around 1,000 fans gathering downtown to watch the decision live. The city was the only candidate, highlighting the challenges other locations face due to climate change and high costs. Utah's existing venues, used in 2002, were showcased as part of a compact plan for the 2034 Games. The decision came after Utah leaders agreed to help the IOC address an FBI investigation into a doping coverup. Governor Spencer Cox, who was in Paris, emphasized the state's goal of becoming North America's winter sports capital. The announcement has already inspired the next generation of athletes, with local families expressing excitement for the upcoming Games.