Thomas Bach

Thomas Bach, born on December 29, 1953, in Würzburg, Germany, is a prominent figure in the world of sports. He has achieved success both as an athlete and in sports administration. Bach's notable accomplishments includewinning a gold medal in fencing (team foil) at the 1976 Olympics in Montreal.

Bach has made significant contributions to the Olympic movement throughout his career. He served asan athletes' representative at the XI Olympic Congress in 1981and wasa founding member of the IOC's Athletes' Commission.In 1991, he became an IOC memberand later held positions such as a member of the IOC Executive BoardandIOC Vice-Presidentfor over a decade. Bach has alsochaired various IOC Commissions.

On September 10, 2013,Bach was elected as the ninth President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC).He was re-elected for a second term in March 2021, continuing his leadership in the Olympic movement.

In addition to his involvement in sports, Bach has pursued an accomplished professional career. He is a lawyer by profession andfounded his own law firm in 1982. He has held positions such asDirector for Promotion at Adidas,Chairman of the SME Advisory Boardof the Federal Minister for Economics, and Chairman of several boards and advisory boards of prominent companies.

Bach's sports career extends beyond fencing, ashe has also practised tennis and football. He has been recognized for his achievements withnumerous awards and distinctions, including honorary professorships and doctorate degrees in various countries. Bach has receivedorders of meritfrom multiple National Olympic Committees and International Sports Organizations, as well ashigh-level distinctions from several states.

Throughout his journey, Thomas Bach has demonstrated a commitment to Olympic values, sports administration, and the pursuit of excellence. His contributions to the world of sports and his vision for the Olympic movement have solidified his position as a respected figure in the international sports community.