The International Olympic Committee presidency race is heating up! Seven dynamic candidates from across the globe are stepping up with fresh ideas and bold visions to transform the Olympic Movement.
Prince Feisal Al Hussein of Jordan, leading Jordan’s Olympic Committee, is on a mission to bridge gaps and foster unity in sports. His call for connection sets a powerful tone for his campaign.
David Lappartient of France, who heads the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI), champions his motto, "Sport in our Hearts," underlining passion and a commitment to a vibrant sporting future.
Johan Eliasch, the Swedish-born Briton and President of the Federation of International Ski and Snowboard (FIS), insists that the Olympic Games must continue to inspire while ensuring financial sustainability in a constantly changing landscape.
Juan Antonio Samaranch Jr. from Spain, currently serving as IOC Vice President and son of a former IOC head, pledges, "We shall serve sport, not use it," emphasizing that the revenue generated should always benefit the world of sport.
Kirsty Coventry of Zimbabwe, a former Olympic swimming champion and Minister of Youth, Sport, Arts and Recreation, is geared up to unleash the transformative power of sport, promising an era of change and inspiration.
Sebastian Coe of Great Britain, freshly re-elected as World Athletics President, vows to radically transform the IOC by building on his illustrious legacy as an Olympic distance running champion.
Morinari Watanabe of Japan, leading the Federation of International Gymnastics (FIG), is pushing the envelope with radical proposals, including hosting the Games concurrently on all five continents!
The election will take place in the charming settings of Costa Navarino, Greece, from March 18 to 21, with the new IOC President officially taking over on June 23 as incumbent Thomas Bach steps down. This is an Olympic showdown you won't want to miss! 🏆🌍
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Seven candidates competing for IOC Presidency in upcoming election
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