# Riner calls Macron's backing a poisoned chalice

> Judo star Teddy Riner rejects Macron's presidential endorsement as a 'poisoned chalice' ahead of 2027 French election.
- Title: Riner calls Macron's backing a poisoned chalice · France24
- Summary: Judo star Teddy Riner rejects Macron's presidential endorsement as a 'poisoned chalice' ahead of 2027 French election.
- Keywords: teddy riner, emmanuel macron, french presidential election 2027, political extremes, judo, presidential hopeful, poisoned chalice, France24
- Source: France24 — https://france24.com/en/france/20261114-judo-star-and-presidential-hopeful-riner-calls-macron
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- Topics: teddy riner, emmanuel macron, french presidential election 2027, political extremes, judo, presidential hopeful, poisoned chalice, news, world, politics
## Riner distances from Macron
French judo champion Teddy Riner publicly distanced himself from President Emmanuel Macron, calling his endorsement a 'poisoned chalice'.

> poisoned chalice
## Riner's presidential bid
Riner seeks to position himself as an alternative to France's political extremes for the 2027 election.
## Riner's political stance
Riner claims he is neither left nor right but warns of deep division if France chooses between far right and hard left.
## Macron's low popularity
Macron's popularity has hit its lowest since 2017 as nationwide protests rock France.
## Polls project Le Pen and Mélenchon
Polls show Marine Le Pen leading in the first round of the 2027 election with Jean-Luc Mélenchon qualifying for the second round.
## Riner's policy hints
Riner hints at pension reform and reduced social security contributions to appeal to centre-right voters.
## Riner's social concerns
Riner deplores that a young person's future can be shattered without the right connections, name, or skin colour.
## Key takeaway

French judo champion Teddy Riner says Macron's support for his presidential bid is a 'poisoned chalice' as he positions himself against political extremes.