Three-time Olympic judo champion Teddy Riner has announced his intention to run for the presidency of France, marking a dramatic transition from elite sport to national politics.
The French judoka, who has dominated the heavyweight division for over a decade, confirmed his candidacy on Monday. Riner's Olympic gold medals came at London 2012, Rio 2016, and Tokyo 2020, establishing him as one of the most decorated athletes in judo history.
The announcement was reported by The Independent, with the story carried by Yahoo Sports. Riner's move into presidential politics represents an unprecedented step for a French athlete of his stature.
