Emmanuel Macron Awarded the Olympic Order

Recognition for France's Commitment to the Olympic Movement

President Macron Receives Prestigious Honor

On June 23, 2023, Emmanuel Macron, President of France, was bestowed with the Olympic Order, the highest honor awarded by the International Olympic Committee (IOC). The award recognizes Macron's unwavering support for the Olympic Movement and his exceptional contributions to the promotion of sport and Olympic values.

The Olympic Order was established in 1975 to honor individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the Olympic Movement. Macron is the second French President to receive this prestigious award, after Jacques Chirac in 2002.

France's Role in the Olympic Games

France has a long and distinguished history of hosting and participating in the Olympic Games. Paris has hosted the Summer Games twice, in 1900 and 1924, and is set to host the Games again in 2024.

French athletes have also enjoyed great success at the Olympic Games, winning over 1,000 medals in various sports. Some of France's most famous Olympians include Marie-José Pérec, Jean-Claude Killy, and Tony Estanguet.

Macron's Support for the Olympic Movement

Macron has been a vocal supporter of the Olympic Movement throughout his presidency. He has pledged to continue France's commitment to hosting the Olympic Games and to developing sport and physical activity in the country.

In 2017, Macron launched the "Sport pour Tous" (Sport for All) program, which aims to make sport accessible to all French citizens. The program has been successful in increasing participation in sport, particularly among young people and people with disabilities.

Legacy of the Olympic Order

The Olympic Order is a symbol of the Olympic Movement's values of excellence, friendship, and respect. Macron's receipt of the award is a testament to his commitment to these values and his unwavering support for the Olympic Games.

The award will further strengthen the relationship between France and the Olympic Movement and inspire future generations of French athletes and sports enthusiasts.