Greece's entire political spectrum has rallied behind Sofia Bekatorou

Greek President Katerina Sakellaropoulou welcomed Olympic sailing champion Sofia Bekatorou at the Presidential Palace in Athens. Bekatorou has accused an unnamed sporting official of sexually assaulting her in 1998 during preparations for the Sydney Games. Bekatorou made the allegation while speaking at an online event organized by the ministry of culture and sport.

Greek 470 class skipper Sofia Bekatorou, during the medal ceremony event at the 2004 Olympic Games in Athens. Source: AAP Image/AP Photo/Herbert Knosowski

Greek President Katerina Sakellaropoulou welcomes Olympic sailing champion Sofia Bekatorou, left, at the Presidential Palace in Athens, Monday, Jan. 18, 2021. Source: AAP Image/Alkis Konstantinidis /Pool via AP