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French Judo superstar Teddy Riner says will run for president

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French Olympic judoka Teddy Riner, a 37-year-old multiple champion, announced on Monday he will run for president in 2027. He cited concerns about the 'rise of the far right' and proposed himself as a candidate to unite voters against political extremes, a move confirmed via a 2-minute-37-second video statement. The announcement was made on social media, with Yves Sintomer, a Professor of Political Science at Université Paris VIII, speaking with France 24's Mark Owen.

Key points

• Teddy Riner, a 37-year-old French Olympic judoka, announced his candidacy for the 2027 presidential election.
• Riner stated he would run to address fears of France becoming deeply divided between the far right and the hard left.

Context

France 24's Mark Owen conducted an interview with Yves Sintomer, a Professor of Political Science at Université Paris VIII, regarding Riner's surprise announcement.

Limitations

Evidence is limited to the single announcement and interview transcript. No specific voter numbers, polling data, or historical context regarding the 'far right' or 'hard left' are provided. The election year is explicitly stated as 2027, but the exact date of the announcement is Monday, November 9, 2026.

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