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Judo Champion Teddy Riner Announces 2027 French Presidential Run
- Teddy Riner, a renowned judo champion with multiple Olympic gold medals, announced his bid for the French presidency in 2027.
- Riner declared his candidacy on social media, stating his intention to 'bring people together'.
- French President Emmanuel Macron welcomed Riner's entrance into the political race.
- Riner identifies as neither left-wing nor right-wing, aiming to unite people in his campaign.
- The announcement was made on November 9, with the presidential election scheduled for 2027.
Articles (14)
The Straits Times·
France's Macron welcomes judo star Teddy Riner's entrance in 2027 presidential race
The Washington Post·
Judo star announces run for president of France
France 24·
French Judo superstar Teddy Riner says will run for president
Yahoo Sports·
Judo champion Teddy Riner announces he's running for president of France: 'I know what it's like to fight'
The Guardian·
‘I know what it’s like to fight’- France’s most popular sportsman says he’s running for president
ABC News·
Judo star Teddy Riner announces a run for French president
United Press International·
Olympic judo gold medalist Teddy Riner bids for French presidency
The Athletic·
Teddy Riner: Why is the world’s greatest judoka running for French president?
Associated Press·
Judo star Teddy Riner announces a run for French president, pledging to bring people together
The Independent·
Three-time Olympic judo champion announces bid for French presidency