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Amélie Oudéa-Castéra Wins Uncontested CNOSF Presidency

Her late candidacy announcement triggered scrutiny over a potential conflict of interest alongside claims of institutional pressure.

Amélie Oudéa-Castéra élue présidente du CNOSF.

Overview

  • Amélie Oudéa-Castéra was elected president of the French National Olympic and Sports Committee on June 19 after rival Didier Séminet withdrew his candidacy.
  • She will serve a four-year term leading the CNOSF and is expected to earn around €9,000 gross per month.
  • Critics pointed to her former role as sports minister from 2022 to 2024 as creating a possible conflict of interest.
  • Didier Séminet cited inequitable treatment and political and institutional pressures when he withdrew from the race.
  • Oudéa-Castéra will also join the board of directors for the 2030 Winter Olympics organizing committee.