French prosecutors open an investigation into racist abuse and online harassment directed at judo champion Teddy Riner after he comments publicly about the rise of the far right in France. The Paris public prosecutor’s office says it is investigating the online racist insults and hate messages sent to him.
Riner, one of France’s most successful and popular sports figures, told a TV sports show earlier this month that he felt “anxiety” about far-right growth. Following his remarks, numerous users posted racist and other hateful messages online, prompting the authorities to act.
Outlets agree on the core sequence: Riner makes public statements expressing concern about the far right, online abuse escalates against him, and the Paris prosecutor initiates an investigation focused on the harassment and racist content. The reporting focuses on the legal step and the nature of the messages, without detailing specific suspects or outcomes yet.
