Olivier Rioux

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It's truly hard to put into words what these last two years and this experience have meant to me. From being raised in the province of Quebec back home in Canada to representing this incredible program, wearing these colors and competing at the highest level has been one of the greatest honors of my life,

Rioux posted in a personal announcement
Newsweeknewsweek.com/sports/ncaa…Mar 31, 14:21

After taking time to reflect on my journey and what's best for my future, I've decided to enter the transfer portal,

Rioux wrote in an Instagram post
NBC Newsnbcnews.com/sports/college…Mar 31, 14:43

Earlier

Florida’s 7-Foot-9 Giant Olivier Rioux Makes Head-Turning Transfer Move

Newsweek newsweek.com/sports/ncaa…30 апр 17:03

The Canadian center redshirted for Florida during its 2024-25 national championship ‌season and played in just 11 games in 2025-26

Reuters reuters.com/sports/college…30 апр 16:37

World's tallest basketball player, 7-foot-9 Olivier Rioux, is transferring from Florida

NBC News nbcnews.com/sports/college…31 мар 14:43

The average height of a men's basketball program will increase significantly next season

Fox News foxnews.com/sports/tallest…31 мар 16:25

Tallest college basketball player ever towers over 6-foot-8 opponent in viral March Madness moment

Fox News foxnews.com/sports/tallest…21 мар 15:20

As of March 22, 2026, the latest measurements confirm Rioux holds a clear edge in stature, standing at 7 feet 9 inches while Wembanyama is listed at 7 feet 4 inches — a 5-inch difference that has fans and analysts buzzing about potential future clashes

International Business Times AU ibtimes.com.au/video/olivier…22 мар 08:53