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Zimbabwe's aspiring Olympics supremo Coventry targets development of athletes

Seven-time Olympic medallist Kirsty Coventry vowed to use the memories of her trials and tribulations as an aspiring athlete in Zimbabwe to improve the lot of up-and-coming youngsters if she were to be elected as the next president of the International Olympic Committee. (IOC).

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Heavyweight Trio Eye History In Race To Succeed Olympics Chief Bach

The race to succeed Thomas Bach as president of the International Olympic Committee reaches a climax on Thursday with Juan Antonio Samaranch Junior, Sebastian Coe and Kirsty Coventry believed to be neck and neck but clear of the remaining quartet.

International Business Times

Inside the secret battle for the highest office in sport: ‘No one tells you the truth’

IOC PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION: Lord Coe faces a seven-way fight to becomes president of the IOC in Thursday’s election in Greece. Lawrence Ostlere delves behind the scenes in the race for power

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Heavyweight Seven Eye Finish Line In Race To Succeed Olympics Chief Bach

The race to succeed Thomas Bach as president of the International Olympic Committee is nearing the finish with Juan Antonio Samaranch Junior, Sebastian Coe and Kirsty Coventry widely seen to be clear of the remaining quartet.

International Business Times

Going for gold: A look at the political and sporting challenges facing the next IOC president

An in tray of Olympic challenges spanning political, social, sporting and operational issues awaits the next International Olympic Committee president

The Independent UK

Trump's view on transgender athletes resonates among some candidates running for IOC president

Whether to allow transgender women to compete in women’s sports already was a key debate among Olympic leaders before U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order that puts pressure on them before the 2028 Summer Games in Los Angeles

The Independent UK

Let the guessing games begin: Coe revives spirit of 2012 in IOC pitch

Sebastian Coe drew on the success of London 2012 but admitted he had no idea about his chances of winning the IOC presidential election when he addressed members

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I’ve been in training for IOC role for the best part of my life – Sebastian Coe

Coe is one of seven candidates to succeed outgoing president Thomas Bach.

The Independent UK

Sebastian Coe set to continue IOC presidency bid with presentation to members

Coe’s pledges include the creation of a “clear-cut” policy to protect female sport.

The Independent UK

Inside the race for the biggest job in sport – can Sebastian Coe win the IOC presidency?

Sebastian Coe is a serial winner but faces stiff competition from all sides, as well as opposition from the current president

The Guardian - UK

Seven IOC Members Vie For Presidency In 2024 Election

Learn about the seven candidates vying for the IOC presidency and their visions for global sports. Get insights into key themes and differences in opinions...

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Sebastian Coe pledges radical reform in race to become next IOC president

The head of World Athletics unveiled a manifesto that will shake up the IOC and advocate for ‘science-based policies’ to safeguard female sport

The Guardian - UK

IOC Sets Date For Presidential Election Meeting

Get insights into the upcoming IOC presidential election meeting and the potential historic election of the first female president, Kirsty Coventry. Stay i...

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Seven Candidates Vying For IOC Presidency In March Election

Learn about the upcoming IOC presidential election and the pivotal role of the president in shaping global sports and diplomatic relations.

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The Independent UK

What time is the IOC presidential election, who are the candidates and how does the vote work?

Seb Coe battles Juan Antonio Samaranch – son of the seventh IOC president – and decorated Zimbabwean swimmer Kirsty Coventry for the prestigious role running the Olympic movement

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Former Olympic Champions Among Candidates For IOC Presidency

Seven candidates, including two former champions and one woman, vie for IOC presidency in historic election.

The Guardian - UK

‘Laser-like focus’: Coe makes pitch for IOC presidency against tough field

The 67-year-old will have to face off against several tough challengers, with the deciding vote to be held at the 143rd IOC session in March 2025

The Guardian - UK

Sebastian Coe faces a fight to become IOC president – but write him off at your peril

Despite his record running London 2012 and World Athletics, the Olympian cannot count on winning the popularity contest

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AAP

Olympic chiefs play down Brisbane Games progress fears

Time is on the side of organisers for the Brisbane 2032 Games and there is no need to panic over progress, the International Olympic Committee says.

The Hindu

Brisbane Games must fit the region, says IOC

The Brisbane 2032 Olympics must fit the city and the region and not the other way round, the International Olympic Committee said on Wednesday, less than two weeks after plans to construct a new stadium were scrapped.

The Guardian - UK

Zimbabwe’s president accused of nepotism after appointing son and nephew

Emmerson Mnangagwa also criticised for inflating size of cabinet and reappointing underperforming ministers

The Hindu

End of FIFA ban rekindles Zimbabwe’s World Cup hopes

Zimbabwe welcomed the lifting of FIFA’s ban on the country’s football association, which was barred from participating in international football in February 2022 over government interference in the running of the sport

AAP

Games host Brisbane's brand a 'blank sheet of paper'

Brisbane Olympic organisers have told their IOC bosses the 2032 Games are on track but there's work to do in making the city better known to the world.

AAP

IOC head impressed by 2032 Games committee

Brisbane's new organising committee for the 2032 Olympic Games has impressed International Olympic Committee president Thomas Bach.

Wales Online

Peng Shuai meets Olympic bosses and denies assault allegations in heavily-controlled 'interview'

According to an IOC statement, president Thomas Bach and Peng Shuai met at the Olympic Club in Beijing on the opening day of the Winter Olympics, accompanied by IOC member Kirsty Coventry

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