Teddy Riner Announces Presidential Bid

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1. 9 Nov

   Three-time Olympic judo champion Teddy Riner is to run for the French presidency, with his campaign intending to “show that we can turn France around”.

   4 outlets · The Independent

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• 9 Nov France’s Macron welcomes judo star Teddy Riner’s entrance into the 2027 presidential raceFrench President Emmanuel Macron expressed pleasure over judo star Teddy Riner’s decision to run in the 2027 presidential election. In an interview with France 5 television, Macron praised Riner for contributing his ideas and talent to public debate. Riner, who is one of France’s most recognized sports figures at age 37, announced his candidacy on social media due to concerns about rising far-right influence.South China Morning Post
• 9 Nov France's Macron welcomes judo star Teddy Riner's entrance in 2027 presidential raceFrench President Emmanuel Macron expressed his support for judo star Teddy Riner's decision to run in the 2027 presidential election. On November 9, Riner, who is 37 years old, announced his candidacy on social media, emphasizing his commitment to addressing France’s social issues despite lacking political experience. Riner argued that his involvement could bring fresh ideas and help rebuild the country by focusing…The Straits Times
• 9 Nov Judo star Teddy Riner announces plan to run in France’s presidential electionFrench judo star Teddy Riner has announced his intention to run for president, positioning himself as a candidate who can unite people beyond political divides. He faces skepticism due to his lack of political experience and party support. In a video posted on social media, Riner addressed critics by emphasizing his background in sports and the issues he aims to tackle, such as economic hardship and social…The Guardian
• 9 Nov Three-time Olympic judo champion announces bid for French presidencyTeddy Riner, a three-time Olympic judo champion and nine-time world champion, has announced his candidacy for the French presidency with plans to unify the country under the slogan "The France we want." He aims to inspire hope and ambition in contrast to what he perceives as societal division and loss of optimism among young people. The election will take place in April 2024, at which point current president…The Independent

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