Clear Waters: French Prosecutors Close Investigation on Paris Olympics Chief

French financial prosecutors have concluded their investigation into Tony Estanguet, the head of the Paris 2024 Olympics, regarding his salary. The probe found no evidence of criminal activity. Estanguet, who is a former Olympic canoeing champion, stated he was not involved in determining his salary.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Paris | Updated: 03-04-2026 23:45 IST | Created: 03-04-2026 23:45 IST
Clear Waters: French Prosecutors Close Investigation on Paris Olympics Chief
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French financial prosecutors have concluded their investigation into Tony Estanguet, head of the Paris 2024 Olympics, and found no evidence of criminal wrongdoing.

Estanguet's salary, as president of the organizing committee, had been under scrutiny, but authorities confirmed no charges would be pursued against the former canoeing champion.

Estanguet had previously stated that he had no involvement in the decisions concerning his remuneration.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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