Comcast's NBC Universal will continue to offer Olympic events through at least 2036, the company announced on Thursday. This article, NBC, IOC agree to expanded Olympics deal through 2036, was first published at The Desk.

The IOC has signed a $3 billion deal with its long-time United States broadcast partner NBC for the 2034 Salt Lake City Olympics and the 2036 Summer Games. The International Olympic Committee said in a statement Thursday the agreement elevates Comcast NBCUniversal to being a strategic partner instead of just a media rights holder,

Comcast is paying $3 billion to extend its Olympics rights deal through 2036. The renewal with the International Olympic Committee will give two more Olympic Games to NBCUniversal, including the 2034 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City/Utah and the Summer Games in a city to be determined.