Swedish former footballer Zlatan Ibrahimovic held the Olympic torch high, walking through Milan
For 63 days, across 1,200 kilometers, 1001 individuals have served as custodians of the Olympic torch through Italy (including Heated Rivalry stars Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie). Now, as the flame sweeps into Milan as the Games draw ever nearer, the honour has been bestowed upon the formidable Swedish football legend, Zlatan Ibrahimovic.
Though the former player's turn was brief (just a few momentous minutes), the impact was immense, as Ibrahimovic took the opportunity to send a powerful message of support to the Swedish athletes preparing to compete in the Games. As other torch bearers, he wore a custom white tracksuit, crafted sustainably in collaboration with Salomon. Ibrahimovic completed the look with his signature bun and a smile.
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The Olympic torch will complete its Milan journey today before igniting the Olympic flame at San Siro stadium this evening, marking the start of the Games with performances by global icons such as Mariah Carey and Andrea Bocelli.