Is Juan Antonio Samaranch A-List?
No — Juan Antonio Samaranch is currently ranked C tier — recognizable within their niche but with limited mainstream visibility.
Reached A-list in 1992
Barcelona Games Triumph
Lost A-list status in 2001
Dropped to B tier — Steps Down as President
Ranking Timeline
IOC Member
Samaranch becomes a member of the International Olympic Committee, starting his career in international sports administration.
IOC President
Samaranch is elected President of the IOC, marking the beginning of his influential tenure.
Los Angeles Games Success
The Los Angeles Olympics are a financial success, improving the IOC's financial stability and Samaranch's standing.
Barcelona Games Triumph
The Barcelona Olympics are a resounding success, enhancing Samaranch's legacy and promoting the Olympic movement.
Steps Down as President
Samaranch steps down as IOC President after a long and transformative tenure.
Honorary President for Life
Samaranch becomes honorary president for life.
Death
Samaranch's death marks the end of a controversial but influential career in sports administration. His legacy is complex due to his Franco connections.
Legacy: Modernized Olympics
Samaranch is remembered for modernizing the Olympics but also for controversies linked to his political past. His impact is still debated.
Last updated: February 25, 2026