News Releases
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Bay Area Host Committee Partners with Kaiser Permanente to Champion Community Health Through Sport
May 9, 2025
Kaiser Permanente joins as the newest Founding Partner and Official Medical Provider, uniting the two organizations with a shared commitment of improving the health of local communities as the region prepares to host the world’s biggest sporting events.
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Bay Area Host Committee Teams Up with America SCORES and MLK Middle School to Launch “Sports for All” Hub, serving San Francisco’s Portola and Bayview Neighborhoods
May 8, 2025
Site is the first of nine Regional Hubs and Part of America SCORES’ “Field of Dreams” Initiative
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Local Bay Area Artist LeRoid David’s Design Selected for the Official FIFA World Cup 26™ SF Bay Area Host City Poster
March 30, 2025
The poster is part of FIFA’s Host City Posters series for the 2026 tournament, showcasing each Host City's distinct character through art.
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Bay Area Host Committee Announces Details of Cornerstone “Sports for All” Initiative
March 26, 2025
Community-Led Sports Hubs to Expand Development and Engagement Across the Region
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Official FIFA World Cup 26™ Sonic IDs celebrate diversity and creativity of Host Cities
March 2, 2025
Bay Area Host Committee unveils SF Bay Area Sonic ID, crafted with local producer Dan the Automator.
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NBA All-Star 2025: A Slam Dunk Start to the Bay Area's 18-Month Global Sports Showcase
February 18, 2025
The Bay Area Host Committee wrapped up an action-packed week in the Bay Area, celebrating the successful hosting of NBA All-Star 2025, the first in an unprecedented lineup of global sporting events the region will host over the next 18 months.
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Santa Clara City Council Approves Financial Assignment Agreement for FIFA World Cup 2026, Securing a No-Risk, All-Reward Deal for the City
February 12, 2025
Last night, the Santa Clara City Council and Santa Clara Stadium Authority approved a financial assignment agreement, marking a major milestone in preparations for hosting FIFA World Cup matches at Levi’s Stadium in 2026.
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The Countdown to Super Bowl LX is Officially on
February 10, 2025
NOLA hands off to BAHC as the region prepares to bring the Big Game back to the Bay.
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Bay Area Host Committee and Meta Join Forces to Showcase Region’s Technology Leadership
January 28, 2025
Collaboration spotlights the Bay Area’s forward-thinking approach and commitment to innovation as the region enters an epic 18 months of major sporting events
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500 Days to go: Next Big Milestone as Excitement Builds for FIFA World Cup 26™
January 27, 2025
The countdown is on! Today, January 27, 2025, marks 500 days until the groundbreaking FIFA World Cup 26™ gets under way at the Estadio Azteca Mexico City on Thursday, 11 June 2026.
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Bay Area Host Committee and all Bay Area Professional Sports Teams Donate to Support LA Wildfire Assistance
January 10, 2025
49ers, Bay FC, Earthquakes, Giants, Sharks, Valkyries and Warriors are all contributing to the united effort for wildfire relief efforts.
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PNC Bank Joins as a Bay Area Host Committee Partner to Champion Financial Empowerment, Drive Community Impact
December 17, 2024
PNC Bank joins Bay Area Host Committee’s Alliance Partner program as essential contributors to building a lasting legacy.
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Bay Area Host Committee Teams Up with NBCU Local Bay Area to Highlight the Region as a Global Sports Hub
December 11, 2024
This alliance pairs BAHC’s efforts to elevate the Bay Area’s profile on the global stage with NBCU Local Bay Area’s status as the region’s go-to source for news and sports, including regional and national sports teams, leagues and events.
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The Bay Area Host Committee Partners with Tipping Point to Support Underserved Communities Through Workforce Development
December 5, 2024
The Bay Area Host Committee today announced the groundbreaking “Bridge to Work” program in partnership with Tipping Point. The program is designed to create pathways toward more stable job opportunities for communities that experience workforce barriers.
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Bay Area Host Committee, 49ers and NFL Join Forces to Invite Diverse, Local Businesses to Participate in Super Bowl LX Source Procurement Program
December 3, 2024
Super Bowl LX Source reflects BAHC’s ongoing commitment to engaging the region’s communities
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Bay Area Host Committee and San Francisco Travel Partner to Celebrate the Power of Sport in San Francisco and the Greater Bay Area
October 29, 2024
The Bay Area Host Committee (BAHC) and the San Francisco Travel Association, the official destination marketing organization for the City and County of San Francisco, have announced an innovative partnership that’s part of the BAHC’s Alliance Partner Program.
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Noah Wintroub Joins Bay Area Host Committee as Chairman of the Board
October 17, 2024
The Bay Area Host Committee (BAHC) today announced J.P. Morgan’s Noah Wintroub as the new Chairman of the Board of Directors.
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Bay Area Host Committee and EA SPORTS Partner to Drive Innovation, Community, and Fan Culture
September 5, 2024
The Bay Area Host Committee and EA SPORTS have joined forces in a multi-year, founding-level partnership to bring unprecedented innovation, community building, and cultural celebration to fans at the Bay Area’s upcoming NBA All-Star 2025, Super Bowl LX, and the 2026 World Cup.
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Bay Area Host Committee Releases Economic Impact Report Estimating Positive Effect of NBA All-Star, NFL Super Bowl and FIFA World Cup
June 13, 2024
The Bay Area Host Committee (BAHC) announced today that the Bay Area is expecting an estimated total economic impact of $1.4 billion as a result of NBA All-Star 2025, Super Bowl LX and the FIFA World Cup 26™.
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Boston Consulting Group Confirmed as Inaugural Founding Partner of Bay Area Host Committee
May 22, 2024
The Bay Area Host Committee (BAHC) today announced that Boston Consulting Group (BCG), a premiere management consulting firm driven by a mission to unlock the potential of those who advance the world, will become BAHC’s inaugural founding partner.
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WNBA Golden State President Jess Smith Joins Bay Area Host Committee Board of Directors, Strengthening Committee’s Mission to Unite the Region Through Sport
March 12, 2024
The Bay Area Host Committee (BAHC) announced today the appointment of Jess Smith, President of WNBA Golden State, to its Board of Directors.
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Bay Area Host Committee Announces Inaugural Advisory Board to Advocate for Committee’s Mission to Unite the Bay Area Through Sport
February 28, 2024
Representing sport, government, and professional leadership, advisors to engage on behalf of BAHC priorities and Bay Area’s diverse communities
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Bay Area Host Committee Introduces New Brand Identity to Unite the Bay Through Sport
February 22, 2024
The Bay Area Host Committee (BAHC) today introduced a new brand design and creative campaign that showcases the connection and strength of Bay Area communities, reflecting the BAHC’s mission to unite the Bay through sport. The design will help create awareness, secure world-class sporting events, raise revenue, and establish the BAHC as an authority in sports and entertainment.
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Bay Area Unites to Play Host to Six Matches During FIFA World Cup 26
February 4, 2024
FIFA today announced that the Bay Area, one of 16 regions across the U.S., Canada and Mexico that will play host to FIFA World Cup 2026, will be the destination for five group stage matches and one round of 32 match during the global tournament.
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Bay Area Host Committee Convenes Professional and Youth Soccer Organizations for Industry-First Collaboration to Grow Soccer Locally and Nationally
January 10, 2024
Bay Area Host Committee Convenes Professional and Youth Soccer Organizations for Industry-First Collaboration to Grow Soccer Locally and Nationally
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Leaders across professional sports, city and state government, and private industry join Bay Area Host Committee for “Ignite the Bay” Celebration Of nba all-star game and sports momentum in the region
This week, the Bay Area Host Committee invited leaders across the region from professional sports, city and state government, and private industry to celebrate the announcement that the NBA All-Star Game is coming to the Bay Area in 2025, and to recognize the incredible sports momentum we are experiencing across the region.
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Bay Area Host Committee World Cup 2026 Planning Update: October 2023
October 2023
In three years, the FIFA World Cup 2026 will descend upon North America, and as one of 16 host cities across Canada, the U.S. and Mexico, our planning efforts are heating up. In the spirit of keeping our incredible Bay Area community updated on our progress and priorities, I’m pleased to share our first official World Cup Planning Update.
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Bay Area Host Committee Announces Board of Directors Appointments
July 24, 2023
DescriptioToday, the Bay Area Host Committee (BAHC) announced its Board of Directors appointments, marking the first time professional sports team executives from across the Bay and the industry’s preeminent experts are joining forces on behalf of the region. The BAHC Board will work closely with CEO and President Zaileen Janmohamed to support the Committee’s mission to unite the Bay Area through sport.
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Zaileen’s Take: 2026 Will Be a Blockbuster Year for The Bay
It has been a whirlwind in the 10 weeks since I joined the Bay Area Host Committee. While I still have much to learn, one thing that’s become apparent is that the word “growth” is a constant in the Bay Area. That’s what drew me to the Bay Area back in 2006, and now to the position with the Bay Area Host Committee. The opportunity to showcase the Bay Area, not only for its unique spirit and diversity, but also carry the torch forward in showing what an incredible destination for world class events across sports and entertainment it truly is.
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San Francisco Bay Area to Host Super Bowl LX in 2026
May 22, 2023
The National Football League announced that Super Bowl LX will be hosted in the San Francisco Bay Area in 2026, with the game played at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara.
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Bay Area Host Committee Debuts FIFA World Cup™ Branding
May 18, 2023
On the heels of yesterday’s unveiling of the FIFA World Cup 2026 creative campaigns and logos, today the Bay Area Host Committee is releasing its unique host city branding for the World Cup, which celebrates the region’s remarkable culture and allure.
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Bay Area Host Committee Names Zaileen Janmohamed as CEO and President
March 29, 2023
The Bay Area Host Committee today named Zaileen Janmohamed to the role of CEO and President. An award-winning sports industry veteran of 18 years, Janmohamed will be responsible for driving the Bay Area Host Committee's mission to pursue and secure global sports and live entertainment events for the cultural betterment and economic benefit of the Bay Area.
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FIFA WORLD CUP 2022™ Watch Party Viewing Schedule
October 14, 2022
Join the San Jose Earthquakes at The Old Wagon and O’Flaherty’s Irish Pub for every single match.
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FIFA WORLD CUP 2022™ Watch Parties in Downtown San Jose
During the 2022 FIFA World Cup, the San Jose Earthquakes hosted a watch Parties in downtown san Jose.
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San Francisco bay area, levi’s® stadium selected to host FIFA WORLD CUP 2026™
June 16, 2022
FIFA today announced the selection of the San Francisco Bay Area as an official host community for the 2026 FIFA World Cup™ that will be played across Canada, Mexico and the United States.
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Bay Area Host Committee Holds Viewing Party at Levi’s® Stadium
The Bay Area Host Committee welcomed partners and stakeholders for a viewing party at Levi’s® Stadium of FIFA’s Live Televised Announcement of 2026 World Cup host cities.
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Bay Area 2026 Host Committee Completes Site Visit With FIFA Delegation as Part Of 2026 Fifa World Cup™ Bid Process
November 1, 2021
Over the weekend, the Bay Area 2026 Host Committee successfully completed its scheduled visit from the FIFA host city inspection delegation as part of the continued efforts to bring the FIFA World Cup 2026™ to the Bay Area. Making its first and only in-person visit to the Bay Area ahead of the official host city selection announcement expected in early 2022, the delegation consisted of nearly 30 international football executives from FIFA, Concacaf, U.S. Soccer, and the Canadian Soccer Association.
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Bay Area Host Committee, Group of Corporate and Political Leaders Come Together to Reaffirm the Bay Area’s Bid for Levi’s® Stadium to be a 2026 FIFA World Cup™ Host Venue in Advance of FIFA Delegation Visit
October 27, 2021
On October 29th and 30th, the Bay Area Host Committee will welcome FIFA officials to Levi’s® Stadium for a site visit as a part of the Bay Area’s bid to be a host city for the 2026 FIFA World Cup™.
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Bay Area Host Committee Meets with FIFA Delegation to Promote Levi’s® Stadium as FIFA World Cup 2026™ Host Venue During Infrastructure Workshop
March 24, 2021
The Bay Area Host Committee participated in the Infrastructure Workshop phase of the host city selection process for the FIFA World Cup 2026™ yesterday with a virtual presentation to a delegation of FIFA and US Soccer representatives.
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Bay Area Host Committee Presents 2026 FIFA World Cup™ Plan to FIFA and U.S. Soccer
July 21, 2020
The Bay Area Host Committee gathered virtually earlier today with FIFA and U.S. Soccer to review regional plans to serve as one of a planned 10 host communities in the United States for the 2026 FIFA World Cup™. The meeting with FIFA and U.S. Soccer followed a virtual Candidate Host Community Workshop staged by the two governing bodies of soccer on July 7th.
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United Bid Selected to Host the 2026 FIFA World Cup
June 13, 2018
The United Bid of Canada, Mexico, and the United States was selected to host the 2026 FIFA World CupTM earlier on Wednesday by the 68th FIFA Congress in Moscow. The Bay Area, featuring Levi’s Stadium, stands as one of 23 candidate host cities under consideration for the historic event. For the first time in history, FIFA’s Member Associations were given the opportunity to vote on the host for the FIFA World Cup did so by a vote of 134-65.
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San Francisco Bay Area Has Been Included in the United Bid to Host the 2026 FIFA World Cup
March 15, 2018
The San Francisco Bay Area has been included as an official Candidate Host City in the United Bid of Canada, Mexico, and the United States to host the 2026 FIFA World Cup™. The United Bid announced its list of 23 Candidate Host Cities that will be included in the Bid Book earlier today.
BAHC In The News
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San Francisco Examiner: World Cup poster an emotional achievement for SF-bred artist
April 2, 2025
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Watch on KTVU FOX 2: SF Artist's design chosen for FIFA World Cup 26™ Host City Poster
April 2, 2025
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Watch on NBC Bay Area: Bay Area-themed 2026 FIFA World Cup poster unveiled
March 30, 2025
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BAHC's Bridge to Work program featured in Sports Business Journal: "Closing Shot: Bridge To Opportunity"
March 17, 2025
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Watch on NBC Bay Area: NBA All-Star Game kicks off series of major sporting events coming to the Bay Area
February 14, 2025
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BAHC Advisory Board member Brandi Chastain shares her goals for the Bay Area Host Committee
February 13, 2025
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BAHC Advisory Board member Hunter Pence talks about his role on the Bay Area Host Committee
February 7, 2025
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BAHC Advisory Board member Zaza Pachulia shares plan to unite Bay Area through major sporting events
January 31, 2025
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BAHC President discusses Super Bowl LX Source Local Procurement Program
January 10, 2025
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Bay Area Host Committee teams up with NBCU Local Bay Area
December 11, 2024
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Watch on KTVU FOX 2: BAHC and Tipping Point CEOs highlight 'Bridge to Work' program
December 9, 2025
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Watch on NBC Bay Area: Bay Area Host Committee announces groundbreaking ‘Bridge to Work’ program
December 5, 2024
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BAHC Featured in SF Business Times: Could Super Bowl and All-Star Game create lasting careers for Bay Area residents?
December 5, 2024
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Listen on 95.7 The Morning Roast: SF Mayor Elect, Daniel Lurie, speaks on bringing major sporting events to San Francisco
November 14, 2024
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Watch on NBC Bay Area: Bay Area Host Committee names new leadership
October 17, 2024
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BAHC Featured on MSN: Bay Area Host Committee names new leadership to help usher in major sporting events
October 17, 2024
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BAHC Featured in Forbes: President And CEO Of The Bay Area Host Committee, Zaileen Janmohamed, Is Breathing New Life Back Into The City Through Sports
September 29, 2024
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BAHC Featured on NBC Bay Area Discussing Groundbreaking Partnership with EA SPORTS Ahead of Three Global Events Coming to the Bay
September 5, 2024
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BAHC and EA SPORTS Featured in SF Business Times Discussing the Intersection of Tech, Culture, and Community Through Founding Partnership
September 5, 2024
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BAHC Featured in 10 Seconds to Air Podcast Discussing The Growth of Women's Sports and The Positive Change Happening in the Sport Industry
August 20, 2024
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BAHC Featured Among Other Brands on Sports Business Journal (SBJ) Brand Innovation Summit Panel
June 13, 2024
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BAHC Featured on KPIX in Celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month
May 29, 2024
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BAHC Mentioned in Article Featuring BAHC Board Member Jess Smith and New Name and Logo Reveal by Golden State Valkyries
May 14, 2024
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Local leaders share Super Bowl and World Cup vision
May 2, 2024
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BAHC Featured on KTVU Discussing the Host Committee and the Growth of Women in Sports Leadership
March 25, 2024
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BAHC Featured on KPIX in Celebration of Women's History Month
March 14, 2024
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BAHC COO Discusses Upcoming Events
March 12, 2024
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Bay Area to Host Some of the World's Biggest Sporting Events in 2025-26
March 5, 2024
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Oakland Roots Soccer Team Renews and Expands Partnership with KTVU
February 29, 2024
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BAHC on Warriors Pre-Game Live Show to Discuss BAHC Advisory Board and 2025 NBA All-Star
February 29, 2024
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Bay Area Committee Consisting of Sports Legends Hope to Promote, Celebrate Region During Major Events
February 28, 2024
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BAHC on KGO Radio to Discuss FIFA World Cup Match Allocations
February 12, 2024
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Levi's Stadium Set to Host Six FIFA World Cup Matches in 2026
February 6, 2024
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Another Bay Area Super Bowl Team is Looking to Score Big Next Week in Las Vegas
February 1, 2024
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South Bay Boosters Want Bigger Bump from 2026 Super Bowl
January 3, 2024
