Alexandros Taxildaris from Komotini to lead Greece’s paralympic team
Komotini-born Paralympic athlete Alexandros Taxildaris will lead the Greek athletes participating in the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. The event, which will take place in France's capital, is scheduled to begin on August 28 and conclude on September 8, 2024.
Taxildaris, who is also the president of the "PERPATO" Association in Komotini, an organization dedicated to supporting people with disabilities, has been chosen to head the Greek Paralympic Team. His leadership role in Paris is a point of pride for his hometown.
Komotini Mayor Yannis Garanis expressed his joy on social media, celebrating Taxildaris's appointment. In his statement, Mayor Garanis shared, "As the Mayor of Komotini, I am deeply moved and proud. Alexandros Taxildaris, the president of the PERPATO Association and a Paralympic athlete, has been appointed as the leader of Greece's Paralympic Team for the upcoming 'Paris 2024' Paralympic Games. Alexandros is a distinguished athlete who has brought honor to our country with his achievements. His contributions to Komotini, as an advocate for accessibility and equal opportunities, have been invaluable. I wholeheartedly wish our athletes success, and I am confident that Alex will excel in the significant role entrusted to him by our nation."
The 2024 Summer Paralympic Games will see athletes from around the world compete, with Taxildaris leading the Greek team as they strive for excellence on the international stage.
