Let the guessing games begin: Coe pitches for top job amid murky Olympic politics
Briefly

Sebastian Coe presented his candidacy for the International Olympic Committee presidency, highlighting empowerment and women's sports as key themes. Despite alluding to the competitive environment, particularly against Juan Antonio Samaranch Jr., Coe expressed optimism about his support within the IOC. He reminisced about the London 2012 Olympics, urging members to envision the potential impact of their collective abilities and determination. Coe believes that there is an emerging desire for change within the IOC, which could bolster his campaign leading up to the March election.
There's definitely support there. There is also a greater appetite for change than I probably suspected. That's been made very clear to me.
Stand outside yourself as I did on that summer night in London and just look at what you are part of, he told them.
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