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Teddy Riner, a five-time Olympic judo champion, has announced his candidacy for the French presidential elections in 2027, potentially challenging Marine Le Pen and Jean-Luc Mélenchon. A recent poll indicates that 22% of respondents would consider voting for him. Riner's new political party, "The France We Want," aims to connect with voters disillusioned by traditional politics. Emmanuel Macron has praised Riner's initiative, while experts caution that polls are merely snapshots of public opinion. Riner emphasizes his outsider status and resilience, stating that France needs a leader who understands struggle rather than a conventional politician.