The judoka with the highest title in the world decided to run for the presidency of France. 37-year-old Teddy Riner spoke to Le Parisien about his decision. Riner is a five-time Olympic champion and a 12-time world champion.
As a politician he dreams of uniting the French and overcoming differences of opinion between parties. Teddy intends to run his campaign under the slogan "the France we want" - and prove that the country can be revived.
The presidential elections in France will be held in April 2027.