Jacques Rogge
International Olympic Committee President
Born
May 2nd, 1942
83 years ago
Died
August 29th, 2021
4 years ago — 79 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Belgium
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Served as the eighth president of the International Olympic Committee from 2001 to 2013. Played a significant role in the organization of the 2008 Beijing Olympics and the 2012 London Olympics. Became a member of the IOC in 2000 and was instrumental in promoting the Olympic values and addressing issues related to doping. Also held the position of president of the Belgian Olympic and Interfederal Committee before ascending to the IOC presidency.
President of the International Olympic Committee
Oversaw 2008 Beijing and 2012 London Olympics
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