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Greece’s AJ Ginnis Named First Torchbearer for 2026 Olympics

6/20/2025

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Greece's alpine skiing sensation, AJ Ginnis, has been chosen as the inaugural Torchbearer for the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games, a decision celebrated by the Hellenic Olympic Committee. With heartfelt gratitude, Ginnis, who made history by winning Greece's first major winter sports medal, prepares for the Flame Lighting Ceremony on November 26, 2025, in Ancient Olympia.

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Greece's alpine skiing sensation, AJ Ginnis, has been chosen as the inaugural Torchbearer for the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games, a decision celebrated by the Hellenic Olympic Committee. With heartfelt gratitude, Ginnis, who made history by winning Greece's first major winter sports medal, prepares for the Flame Lighting Ceremony on November 26, 2025, in Ancient Olympia.