Sports legends whose political fortunes may be a lesson to Riner ahead of presidential bid
French judo star Teddy Riner may have announced his bid for the 2027 French presidential campaign on Monday, but he is not the only sports star to transition from stadium to bully pulpit. Read about some of his most famous predecessors.

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French judo star Teddy Riner may have announced his bid for the 2027 French presidential campaign on Monday, but he is not the only sports star to transition from stadium to bully pulpit. Read about some of his most famous predecessors.

