Greek skier first torchbearer for Winter Olympics

Greek Alpine skier Ioannis Antoniou has been named as the first torchbearer of the Sochi 2014 Olympic Torch Relay. The 18-year-old will carry the torch once it has been lit at a special lighting ceremony, which will take place in Ancient Olympia Sep 29. The ceremony will see several 'priestesses' perform a traditional celebration at the Temple of Hera in which the torch will be kindled by the ...

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