Canadian Olympic Committee Congratulates Kirsty Coventry on Historic Election as IOC President

The Canadian Olympic Committee (COC) has issued a statement congratulating Kirsty Coventry on her election as the 10th President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), marking a historic milestone in the history of the Olympic Movement. Coventry, who is the first woman and the first person from Africa to hold this prestigious position, was elected at the 144th IOC Session held in Greece on March 20, 2025.

A Historic Moment for the IOC and the Global Sports Community

Coventry, a celebrated Olympian and former swimming champion, has made history not only as the first woman to hold the top IOC position but also as the first African to lead the organization. Her election comes at a time when the Olympic Movement continues to grow in importance, with increased focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion within international sport.

Gratitude for Outgoing IOC President Thomas Bach

In the same statement, the Canadian Olympic Committee extended its gratitude to outgoing IOC President Thomas Bach for his leadership over the past decade. Bach's tenure, which began in 2013, was marked by his efforts to promote the Olympic Movement globally, as well as his leadership during key events such as the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games and the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.

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