The President of the International Hockey Federation (FIH), Tayyab Ikram, has extended his warmest congratulations to Kirsty Coventry on her historic election as President of the International Olympic Committee.
In his statement, President Tayyab highlighted the significance of this milestone, as Coventry becomes the first woman to lead the IOC, reinforcing the organization’s commitment to gender equality – a value shared by FIH and the broader hockey community.
Having worked closely with Coventry for over a decade in service of athletes globally, President Ikram expressed full confidence that her leadership will ensure the continued growth and success of the Olympic Movement, as well as the development of hockey worldwide.
He also emphasized that the hockey family stands ready to support Coventry as she addresses the challenges facing the Olympic movement and sport today. In a world marked by uncertainty, Ikram reaffirmed sport's unique power to unite and inspire.
The FIH and its President remain committed to working alongside the IOC and its new President to advance sport’s development and strengthen its social impact across the globe.
President Tayyab concluded by wishing Kirsty Coventry every success in this new and vital role.
