The British Olympic Association (BOA) has announced British Cycling’s experienced leader Jon Dutton as its new chief executive, six months after Andy Anson announced he would be stepping down from the role.
Anson departed the BOA in October 2025 after six years at the helm to join the board of Science in Sport, the nutrition brand acquired by private equity firm BD-Capital Partners.
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Shahab Uddin, meanwhile, will continue in the role of interim chief executive of BOA until Dutton’s start date, which is yet to be confirmed.
BOA chair Dame Katherine Grainger said: “He [Dutton] is a highly regarded and well-respected figure in high-performance sport. Jon’s combination of strategic leadership, commercial acumen, and collaborative culture will ensure the BOA continues to thrive in a rapidly evolving sporting landscape.
“Jon has already demonstrated a clear commitment to driving the highest standards of support for Team GB athletes and promoting the values and ideals that underpin the Olympic movement, and I’m confident that his leadership will make a positive difference as we look to an exciting future.”
Dutton has three decades of experience in sport and joins the BOA after serving as chief executive of the British Cycling governing body since 2023.
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By GlobalDataDuring his short tenure, he led the organization through the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, where Team GB riders returned a total of 11 medals.
Before British Cycling, Dutton was the chief executive of the 2021 Rugby League World Cup in England and has served in leadership roles for golf’s PGA European Tour, soccer’s continental governing body UEFA, and road cycling’s Tour de France Grand Depart.
The national cycling body stated that Dutton will leave the organisation in July.
Dutton said: “It has been a tremendous honor to lead British Cycling through such an important and ambitious period of change. I am incredibly proud of what we have achieved together – strengthening our organization, delivering meaningful impact in communities, and laying foundations that will support the sport for many years to come.
“The decision to move on was made with careful consideration, but the opportunity to lead Team GB presents an exciting new challenge. To take on one of the most coveted and impactful roles in British sport is a privilege, and I look forward to joining colleagues at the BOA at a pivotal and exciting time for the organization as plans continue to build towards the Los Angeles 2028, French Alps 2030, and beyond.”
Meanwhile, the Olympic Council of Asia’s general assembly has elected Sheikh Joaan Bin Hamad Al Thani of Qatar as its new president until at least 2028.
Sheikh Joaan, who was the only candidate nominated, will complete the office term of Randir Singh of India, who stepped down from the role for health reasons.
Accepting the role, Sheikh Joaan said: “Asia is the largest and most diverse continent within the Olympic family. This diversity is our greatest strength. But it also requires us to work in unity, guided by mutual respect and our shared commitment to the Olympic values. Together, let’s work towards a more united, stronger, and successful OCA.”
Sheikh Joaan is the brother of the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, who has been a member of the International Olympic Committee for 24 years.
The appointment comes as Qatar’s Olympic influence increases, having bid to host the flagship event in 2036. The Gulf state is also set to host the multi-sport Asian Games for the 2030 and 2034 editions.
