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IOC to Elect New President as Thomas Bach Ends 12-Year Tenure

Seven candidates, including Kirsty Coventry, Sebastian Coe, and Samaranch Jr., vie for the leadership of the IOC in a tightly controlled election process.

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Overview

  • Thomas Bach has been named Honorary President for life after his 12-year tenure as IOC President.
  • The election, taking place in Costa Navarino, Greece, will determine the next leader of the IOC, with the new president assuming office on June 24, 2025.
  • Leading candidates include Kirsty Coventry, who could become the first female IOC President; Sebastian Coe, an advocate for reforms; and Juan Antonio Samaranch Jr., seen as a compromise choice.
  • The secretive voting process involves over 100 IOC members casting ballots without access to electronic devices, with results announced once a candidate secures an absolute majority.
  • The next IOC President will face challenges such as geopolitical tensions, climate change, and the sustainability of both Summer and Winter Olympic Games.