Jimmy Vienot: The Pride of France
Jimmy Vienot has secured his legendary status in the art and sport of muaythai, winning his fourth world title across two different weight divisions.
Jimmy won gold in 2019 at the IFMA World Championships in the 75kG division and went on to win gold this year in the 71KG division. He has also won the WMC world title in the 72.5kg division twice and also the 69KG division.
Jimmy is also a Lumpinee Stadium champion and is known for his outstanding ring skills and mastery of the eight weapons of muaythai. A true ambassador for the sport, living and promoting the code of respect and honour.
Jimmy stated that his goal for 2022 is to win gold at the World Games and in 2023 to win gold at the European Olympic Games. He further stated that IFMA and the integrated part of the WMC is giving muaythai athletes so many opportunities to participate, not only in the IFMA World Championships but also at Olympic recognised events such as the World Games, European Olympic Games and also in single professional muaythai events.