Pyrros Dimas, the weightlifting Olympic champion, announced his candidacy as an MEP with New Democracy in the upcoming European elections. He formalized his candidacy on February 15, 2024, through a post on social media.
New Democracy welcomed Dimas’ candidacy, emphasizing his athletic ethos and social contribution. Dimas has already started his election campaign, making appearances and meeting with voters.
His candidacy has received a positive reception from a large part of the political world and the media. He focuses on issues of youth, sports, and social solidarity in his election campaign.
He is expected to visit Kalymnos on April 19, 2024.
