Léon Marchand , hero of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, won the hearts of the French this summer. And his popularity hasn't waned. According to an Ipsos/Talan poll for La Tribune Dimanche , the swimmer is indeed the most influential personality of the year, with 46% of the vote.
At the Olympics, Léon Marchand shone by winning four gold medals, setting as many Olympic records in the 200-meter medley, 4-meter medley, 400-meter butterfly and 4-meter breaststroke, as well as a bronze medal in the 200 x 200-meter medley relay.
Behind him, political and sporting figures stand out. Marine Le Pen , president of the National Rally, is the most cited woman, with 30% of the votes, closely followed by Gisèle Pelicot (28%), recognized for her courage during the Mazan rape trial.
Among men, judoka Teddy Riner (30%) and rugby player Antoine Dupont (27%) complete the podium, ahead of Jordan Bardella , fourth in the ranking.
