Far from retiring from the fray after her defeat, Royal continues to present herself as the party's best hope for the future and has indicated she will run for the post of First Secretary at a congress due next year at the latest. The post has been held for the last 10 years by her partner Francois Hollande, who has been heavily criticised for his handling of the presidential campaign.
That would certainly be an interesting fight. Could put a crimp in their relationship.
I heard it is already falling apart.