1. Home
  2. / Thomas Bach
  3. / Was Thomas Bach successful in his bid for the IOC presidency on his first attempt?

Was Thomas Bach successful in his bid for the IOC presidency on his first attempt?

  • Yes

  • No

  • He never ran for presidency

  • He succeeded on his third attempt

Answer

Yes, Thomas Bach was successful in his first attempt to become the IOC president. He was elected as the ninth IOC president on September 10, 2013, during the 125th IOC Session in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Prior to this, he had served as the vice president of the IOC since 2000 and held various positions within the organization, demonstrating his extensive experience and commitment to the Olympic movement.
The Ultimate Thomas Bach Trivia Challenge: Test Your Knowledge on the President of the International Olympic Committee

The Ultimate Thomas Bach Trivia Challenge: Test Your Knowledge on the President of the International Olympic Committee

Take the Thomas Bach Quiz
Subscribe newsletter

Subscribe Now!

Learn something
new everyday

Playing quizzes is free! We send 1 quiz every week to your inbox