IOC Ethics Commission draws lots to determine order of presidential candidate presentations
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) Ethics Commission arranged a drawing of lots to determine the order in which the seven candidates vying for the IOC presidency will present their programmes to the IOC members. The presentations will take place during an in camera meeting of the IOC membership, scheduled for 30 January 2025 in Lausanne, Switzerland.
The draw was conducted by a Lausanne-based public notary on 25 November. The order, determined by the draw, will also be used consistently in all official documents subsequently. This process ensures fairness and transparency as the candidates outline their visions for the future of the IOC.
The election for the IOC presidency will take place during the 144th IOC Session, which will be held from 18 to 21 March 2025 in Greece. The new President will succeed Thomas Bach, whose term ends in June 2025.
The order as determined by the draw is:
HRH Prince Feisal AL HUSSEIN
Mr David LAPPARTIENT
Mr Johan ELIASCH
Mr Juan Antonio SAMARANCH
Mrs Kirsty COVENTRY
Lord Sebastian COE
Mr Morinari WATANABE
IOC President Election 2025
Seven candidates will compete in the election for the presidency of the International Olympic Committee at the 144th IOC Session held from 18 to 21 March 2025 in Greece.