Greetings to Kirsty Coventry on her election as IOC President 2025-03-20 20:15:00 Vladimir Putin extended greetings to Kirsty Coventry on her election as President of the International Olympic Committee. The message reads, in part: “The outcome of the vote attests to your high standing in the sporting world and recognition of your extraordinary personal achievements. I am confident that your unique expertise and commitment to advancing the noble Olympic ideals will contribute to success in this responsible position.”