The Race to Olympia: Democracy, IOC style

Transparency and good governance has been a mantra for Thomas Bach during his 12 years as IOC President - except when it comes to choosing his successor, it seems. Duncan Mackay reports from Lausanne

The International Olympic Committee’s fear of scrutiny under Thomas Bach will be on display for everyone to see today when the seven candidates to replace him as President have their only opportunities to make their pitches to the members who will vote for them.

The 15-minute presentations will be held in camera, will not be broadcast and there will be n…