Objective. To reveal the Olympic sport development trends in modern Germany.
Methods. Analysis and generalization of special literature, documentary sources and materials of the Internet; system analysis; historical and logical method; comparative method.
Results. During unifi cation of the country, the management system for sport development of GFR was preserved, whereas the Olympic sports system of GDR was destroyed. In the following years, cardinal measures were taken in Germany to develop sport and improve the Olympic preparation. The main attention is paid to the improvement of the management structure, development of the material base, preparation and optimization of the work of specialists; organization of long-term preparation of athletes; scientifi c support.
Conclusions. When the country was united, it was logical to correct the GDR sports system and integrate it into the sport of GFR. The strategic direction of elite sport reforming should be the implementation of competent management and coordination of this area of activity at the highest state level.