Decorated former Olympic swimmer Kirsty Coventry has been appointed the first female and first African president of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), beating six other candidates ...

Zimbabwean Coventry wins with 49 out of 97 votes Samaranch Jr. and Coe follow in voting results Coventry pledges to lead with pride and commitment PYLOS, Greece, March 20 (Reuters) - Kirsty ...