Teddy Riner delights fans during special appearance in Antibes
Teddy Riner met hundreds of fans in Antibes during a special event with nutrition brand KoRo, while also confirming that Los Angeles 2028 is expected to be his final Olympic Games.
French judo legend Teddy Riner drew hundreds of fans to Carrefour Antibes on Wednesday as he took part in a special meet-and-greet organised with nutrition brand KoRo.
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The five-time Olympic champion and 12-time world champion spent two hours meeting supporters, signing autographs and posing for photos, with some fans arriving early in the morning to secure a place in line.
The visit formed part of Riner’s partnership with KoRo, a food brand specialising in nutritious products.
During the event, visitors had the opportunity to discover and sample products from a range developed in collaboration with the judoka, designed to combine balanced nutrition with everyday convenience.
Speaking during the event, Riner also gave an update on his sporting future, confirming that the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles are expected to be his final Olympic appearance.
Riner said he was delighted to return to the region, praising the warmth and enthusiasm of local residents.
The appearance offered fans a rare opportunity to meet one of France’s most successful athletes, who remains as popular off the tatami as he is on it.