Denying origin after winning three medallions: I was born in Albania, but I am Greek, I have no connection with Albanians

The renowned former weightlifter Pirro-Western has once again returned to the debate over his origin, which a few days ago triggered numerous reactions on both sides of the border. I am a Greek born in Albania”

It was this answer that Pirro-god gave to Greek journalist Elena Acrita, which was named Albanian.

To clarify the debate, but also the period he spent in Albania until he left for Greece, Pirro-qih spoke in a long interview for one of the neighbouring country's media.

I am a Greek born in Albania, in Himara by Grandpa to Grandpa” by my mother and my father explains it. “This is my honor, and my pride” is followed by stopping by the interview that caused the fuss.

Mrs. Acrita wrote an article in my favor and thanked her for her good words. But not Albanian! I'm Greek from Grandpa's. I have no connection with Albanians”.

He shows that he went to Greece on 7 February 1991, when I was 19, as he related Grandma's care and Enver Hoxha's regime.

My uncle took care of me, she took me from Tirana because my family was busy, so I was in Himara with my grandmother. Wonderful and wise woman.

The Communist Party did not give us the opportunity to study at universities. Only people committed to the party from the Northern Epirus were quiet”. But it further shows that training began in Albania.