Coventry becomes first woman and first African to lead International Olympic Committee

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Head of the Chinese Olympic Committee sent a congratulatory letter on Thursday night to Kirsty Coventry, the newly elected president of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), pledging to further deepen its strategic partnership with the organization.
Global Times China
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Coventry beat out several rivals, including Britain’s Sebastian Coe, an Olympic gold medallist who became a Conservative MP in the 1990s and was noted for his fierce resistance to allowing Russian competitors in international tournaments.
Politico Europe
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The election means Ms Coventry has become both the first female and first African ever to have held the prestigious role with the IOC - making her what is commonly dubbed 'the most powerful person in sport'.
Daily Mail
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The 41-year-old, who won the vote in the first round, will officially take office after June 23, succeeding Thomas Bach, who has served as president since 2013.
XinhuaNet

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