Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis joined international dignitaries at the opening ceremony of the Winter Olympic Games, celebrating the event with a lighthearted jab at the weather conditions compared to the last Olympiad.
Accompanied by his wife, Mareva Mitsotakis, the prime minister posted a photo from the stands of the San Siro Stadium with the caption, “This time it’s not raining.”
The comment was a direct reference to the soaking Mr. Mitsotakis and other world leaders endured during the opening of the Paris 2024 Summer Games, where heavy rain marred the outdoor proceedings along the Seine.
Mr. Mitsotakis’ presence in Milan highlights Greece’s enduring role as the guardian of the Olympic legacy.
Earlier in the evening, the Greek national team led the Parade of Nations, a tradition maintained even as organizers split the ceremony across four separate venues.
Government officials stated the visit reinforces Athens' commitment to "sports diplomacy" and international cooperation.
The clear, crisp evening in Milan stood in stark contrast to the Paris deluge, allowing the spectacle to unfold without the logistical hurdles faced by President Emmanuel Macron’s organizers two years prior.