First African Woman Leads IOC: Kirsty Coventry Aims to Keep Olympics Youthful
At 41, Kirsty Coventry becomes the first female and first African IOC President, aiming to keep the Olympics youthful and vibrant for future generations.
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Zimbabwe’s Kirsty Coventry Makes History as First Female African IOC President
Two-time Olympic gold medalist Kirsty Coventry of Zimbabwe becomes the first woman and African to lead the IOC, starting an eight-year term as President.
Kirsty Coventry Makes History as First Female and African IOC President
Zimbabwe’s Kirsty Coventry becomes the first woman and first African to lead the International Olympic Committee, succeeding Thomas Bach as the new IOC President.
Zhou Jihong Takes Helm as Chinese Swimming Association President
Former Olympic gold medalist Zhou Jihong has been elected as president of the Chinese Swimming Association, aiming to propel China’s swimming prowess to new heights by 2035.
Zimbabwe’s Kirsty Coventry Makes History as First African Woman IOC President
Kirsty Coventry, Zimbabwean Olympic champion, becomes the first African woman elected as President of the International Olympic Committee, marking a historic milestone in global sports leadership.
Kirsty Coventry Makes History as First Woman and African IOC President
Zimbabwean swimming legend Kirsty Coventry becomes the first woman and African to be elected President of the International Olympic Committee, marking a new era in the Olympics’ 130-year history.
Kirsty Coventry Becomes First Woman IOC President, Highlights Strong China Ties
Kirsty Coventry becomes the first woman and first African to lead the IOC, highlighting strong ties with China in her inaugural address.
Seven Candidates Vie for IOC Presidency in Upcoming Election
Seven international sports leaders are competing for the IOC Presidency in an election set for March in Greece.
Seven Candidates Present Visions for IOC Presidency
Seven candidates presented their visions for the future of the International Olympic Committee, sharing their plans ahead of the presidential election in Greece this March.