Seven-time Olympic medallist becomes first female IOC president

Kirsty Coventry officially became the president of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) on Monday morning.
The Zimbabwean, a seven-time Olympic medallist, is the first woman, the first African, and the youngest IOC president since 1896.
Coventry succeeded Thomas Bach, who had held the position since 2013, after beating Sebastian Coe for the role.
She will serve an eight-year term and praised her predecessor for keeping the Olympic movement united.
Coventry faces challenges including the reintegration of Russia, protecting female sport, and managing climate change's impact on future Games.

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