Thorpe Scooter reveal first piece of Olympic emblem

Australian sporting icons Ian Thorpe and Grant “Scooter” Patterson unveiled the first element of the visual identity for the 2032 Brisbane Olympic Games. The ceremony took place as part of the ongoing preparations for the upcoming international event.

Thorpe, a former Olympic swimmer, and Patterson, a former rugby league player, were presented as the faces of the reveal, underscoring their status as well‑known figures in Australian sport. Both were present when the initial piece of the Games’ emblem was shown to the public.

The unveiled component forms part of the broader emblem that will be used to brand the 2032 Brisbane Olympics across a range of media and merchandise. Organisers indicated that the emblem will evolve as additional design elements are introduced in the coming months.

The reveal marks the first step in a staged rollout of the Games’ visual identity, with further pieces expected to be disclosed as the event approaches. No further details about the design or subsequent releases were provided at the time of the announcement.