Paris Investigates Racist Abuse of Judo Star Teddy Riner

Paris prosecutors opened an investigation on 23 September 2026 into racist insults and online harassment of French judo star Teddy Riner on X and Instagram. It came after Riner said on television in September 2026 he feels 'anxiety' about the far right's rise. France votes for president next spring, with Marine Le Pen's National Rally polling high.