French judoka Teddy Riner said he would run for president of France in the 2027 election, announcing his candidacy in a video on social media. He said he did not place himself on the political left or right and wanted to be a unifying president.

Riner, 37, said he wanted to help put France back on track and expressed concern about tensions in the country and the prospects of young and older people. He also said he would still hope to pursue another Olympic title if his duties as president and public support allowed it.