Is Thomas Bach A-List?
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No — Thomas Bach is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 2013
Becomes IOC President
Lost A-list status in 2021
Dropped to B tier — Tokyo Olympics Held
Ranking Timeline
1976C$0.1M
Olympic Gold Medalist
Bach wins gold, launching his sports career.
2000B▲$1M+$0.9M
IOC Member
Gains influence within the International Olympic Committee.
2013A▲$5M+$4M
Becomes IOC President
Bach rises to the highest position in the IOC.
2021B▼$15M+$10M
Tokyo Olympics Held
Successfully navigated through challenges brought on by the pandemic.
2025B$20M+$5M
IOC Honorary President
Transition to Honorary President, still influential.
2026B$20M
Continues Olympic Influence
Bach remains involved and influential in Olympic affairs.
Last updated: February 25, 2026