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Teddy Riner, a world judo champion, has announced his candidacy for the French presidential elections in April 2024. Despite lacking political experience and party support, he is popular among the French public. Riner's campaign slogan is "The France We Love," and he has already garnered attention with a hospital visit in Seine-Saint-Denis. His announcement was viewed by 28 million people on social media, and a recent poll indicates that 22% of respondents would consider voting for him. Riner's candidacy reflects a trend of celebrities entering politics, similar to George Weah's rise to the presidency in Liberia.