Sheik Ahmad al-Fahad al-Sabah

Sheik Ahmad al-Fahad al-Sabah is a prominent Kuwaiti sports administrator and a significant figure in the Olympic movement, often regarded as a 'kingmaker' due to his influence in Olympic elections. He has held various leadership positions, including serving as a member of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and the president of the Association of National Olympic Committees (ANOC). His reputation has been marred by allegations of unethical conduct, leading to a formal investigation by the IOC, which resulted in sanctions against him, marking a rare instance of disciplinary action within the organization.