Thomas Bach (born 29 December 1953) is a German lawyer, former foil fencer, and Olympic gold medalist. He has served as the ninth president of the International Olympic Committee since 2013, the first ever Olympic champion to be elected to that position.

Jun 14, 2024 · Holy hell, but Thomas Bach really is out to get Seb Coe. Anywhere and everywhere you go in Olympic circles these days, it’s the talk, and what transpired Friday – calling 911, Bach all but sticking a figurative knife into Coe in broad daylight, anointing Hugh Robertson, head of the British Olympic

Aug 10, 2024 · Thomas Bach's tenure as Olympics leader has been controversial as took the IOC through doping scandals, controversy involving Chinese and Russian influence, and two Games held during Covid...

Aug 10, 2024 · PARIS — Thomas Bach who led the International Olympic Committee through a decade of controversy, rising national tension and stunning sport, will step aside after his term ends in 2025. The IOC...

Aug 10, 2024 · A gold medalist in fencing for West Germany at the 1976 Montreal Olympics, Bach is a lawyer who got his sports politics education with Adidas in the 1980s. He was elected to the IOC in 1991 and helped draft its anti-corruption reforms after the Salt Lake City scandal.

Sep 10, 2013 · The former fencer, a gold medallist at the Montreal 1976 Olympics, has most recently been a vice president of the IOC and has, more often than not, occupied the seat next to president Jacques Rogge at events or Olympic gatherings. It was no surprise he was the first to officially declare his candidacy for the presidency in May.

Aug 11, 2024 · International Olympic Committee president Thomas Bach will not seek to remain in the post after the end of his second term in 2025, he said on Saturday. Bach, a German lawyer in charge since 2013, surprised members at the end of their session in Paris.

Jul 29, 2024 · Who is IOC's current president, Thomas Bach? Learn about his early life, career in sports, executive positions, and honorary achievements.

Aug 10, 2024 · International Olympic Committee (IOC) president Thomas Bach says he intends to stand down after the end of his second term next year. The German lawyer, who has been in charge since 2013,...

Oct 22, 2024 · Thomas Bach’s tenure as President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) has been characterised by a focus on modernisation, inclusivity, and navigating significant global challenges. Upon taking office, Bach set out a vision to revamp the Olympic movement, which culminated in the launch of the “Olympic Agenda 2020.”