UIPM statement on HSH Prince Albert II of Monaco, Honorary President

The President of UIPM, Dr Klaus Schormann, has sent a message of support to UIPM’s Honorary President, HSH Prince Albert II of Monaco, following the news that His Highness has tested positive for the COVID-19 Coronavirus.

President Dr Schormann said: “Our entire global community is in shock about this news and on behalf of the UIPM Family I would like to send our very best wishes to our Honorary President, who has been at the helm of our movement since 1997.

“Prince Albert is a wonderful ambassador and friend, not only to our sport but also the wider Olympic movement through his work as an IOC Member and many other leadership roles.

“We are all hoping that His Highness will enjoy a smooth and quick recovery and be back within our community soon.”

HSH Prince Albert was inducted into the UIPM Hall of Fame in 2018.