French judoka Teddy Riner, a legendary figure in the world of judo, has expressed his intention to compete in the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles. Riner, who recently added two gold medals to his impressive collection at the Paris Olympics, affirmed his desire to continue competing at the highest level.
At 35 years old, Riner is a three-time Olympic champion in the men’s +100kg category. His most recent triumph in Paris saw him defeat world champion Kim Min-jong in the final, followed by securing victory for France in the mixed team event. Riner has also claimed individual bronze medals in Beijing and Tokyo, further solidifying his status as one of the sport's greats.
