Legendary pole vaulter Sergei Bubka, currently president of Ukraine's National Olympic Committee, announced his candidacy to succeed Jacques Rogge as president of the International Olympic Committee (IOC)
“Yesterday I contacted the president (Rogge) and I informed him I will present my candidacy for the IOC presidency,” he said.
“Why did I decide to announce here? Because 30 years ago, in this beautiful city my career started as a professionnal pole vaulter. I qualified for the World Championships in athletics.”
ADVERTISEMENT
"Exciting news! Mid-day is now on WhatsApp Channels 
Subscribe today by clicking the link and stay updated with the latest news!" Click here!
Subscribe today by clicking the link and stay updated with the latest news!" Click here!
