The Most Scandalous Moments in Olympic History Revealed!
China-Taiwan Dispute in Montreal 1976
The debate over China’s representation in the Olympics has long been a contentious issue, particularly involving Taiwan and Hong Kong. This controversy first flared up in the 1970s. Canada refused entry to the Republic of China (comprising Taiwanese athletes) because it did not recognize their right to compete under the name “China.”
The People’s Republic of China (PRC) boycotted the games from 1956 until 1980. The boycott ended when the IOC re-designated Taiwan as “Chinese Taipei.” This resolution allowed the PRC to return to the Olympics, though the underlying tensions about sovereignty and representation continue to stir debate in international sports circles.
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