Johanna Talihärm has made history as the first Estonian to be appointed to the International Olympic Committee's (IOC) Athletes' Commission. She expressed her surprise and excitement at the appointment during an interview with ERR, stating that she didn't believe it until her name was called out. Talihärm acknowledges the significant responsibility that comes with the role and is committed to taking it seriously as she embarks on this new chapter of her career.

In her comments, Talihärm reflected on the process leading up to her election, noting that she was somewhat surprised by her election because she felt her campaign efforts were not extensive. Despite this, she believes that her previous work advocating for athletes in the European Olympic Committees has resonated with her peers. This unexpected victory has reinforced her understanding of the athlete representation system, which she believes will empower her in her new responsibilities and enable her to better advocate for athletes' interests.

Talihärm's motivation for representing athletes stems from her own experiences as an athlete. She understands the challenges and needs that come with the territory, and she aims to bring those insights to her work at the IOC. Her appointment marks a significant moment for Estonian sports representation on an international level, potentially influencing how athletes are supported and represented in Olympic discussions moving forward.