Olympic Judo Star Teddy Riner Announces Bid for French Presidency, Vows National Unity
Olympic judo legend Teddy Riner, 37, declares his bid for France’s 2025 presidential race, promising unity and a turnaround for the nation.
POLICY WIRE — Paris, France — Five‑time Olympic gold‑medalist Teddy Riner unveiled his candidacy for France’s upcoming presidential election, positioning himself as a unifying force for the nation.
The 37‑year‑old judo icon, who co‑lit the 2024 Paris Olympic cauldron, released a video on Monday declaring his intention to run in the spring election, which is now less than six months away.
Riner pledged to be a president who brings people together, emphasizing his desire to bridge political divides and restore confidence among French citizens.
He also asserted that the gold‑medal‑winning judoka wants to show that we can turn France around, signaling a platform focused on national revival.
With the election slated for next spring, Riner’s entry adds a high‑profile sports figure to a crowded political field.
Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)
