Human Will Conquers Mount Olympus

A Greek long-distance runner helped a mobility-impaired biology student to fulfill her dream of climbing to the top of Mount Olympus.

Marios Giannakou, who carried Eleftheria–a 22-year-old student from Drama–on his back to Greece's highest point, said that "it was the best and most important struggle of my life, and the best thing I've done as a human being ever."

 

Giannakou carried Eleftheria in a custom-made backpack and climbed the mountain with an 8-member support crew, including police officers, deep-diving specialists, and a trainer. The team reached a mountain refuge at 2,400 m to spend the night, before setting off at 06:00 am on Monday for Mytikas, Olympus' highest peak at 2,918 m.

 

Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis congratulated the two saying, "It was a fantastic idea, and we are very happy you implemented it," and wishing them a safe return.

Photo Credit: Marios Giannakou

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