Hey there, sports fans! 🏆 Have you heard the exciting news? Thomas Bach, the President of the International Olympic Committee (that’s the IOC for short), has been named Honorary Life President! 🎉
Thomas Bach has been leading the IOC for 12 whole years! That’s like being in school from first grade all the way to high school! 📚 Now, as he prepares to step down next June, the members of the IOC gave him this special honor at their big meeting in Greece. 🇬🇷
When the announcement was made, everyone stood up and clapped. Bach was so surprised! 😲 He took a moment to think about all the amazing things they’ve done together.
He said, “I accept this great honor with deep humility. Today’s achievements are not just mine, but all of ours together.” Isn’t that inspiring? 🌟 He thanked everyone for working together to support the Olympic values. 🕊️
Did you know that before becoming IOC President, Thomas Bach was an Olympic fencing champion? 🤺 He won a gold medal, which changed his life! Now, as he looks back, he feels grateful to have helped others through sports.
His term will officially end on June 23, which is Olympic Day! 🎈 That’s when the IOC will welcome a new President. Bach believes the future of the Olympic Movement is bright. “Yesterday’s achievements are just the foundation for tomorrow’s success,” he said. 🌅
We wish Thomas Bach all the best and can’t wait to see what the future holds for the Olympics! 🥇✨
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
