“I would like to thank each of you for your hard work, your patriotism, and the unforgettable moments and emotions your victories have given to all of us,” said the Prime Minister of Georgia, Irakli Kobakhidze, addressing the athletes at the 2025 Best Athlete Award ceremony.

According to the Prime Minister, every athlete serves as a top ambassador of Georgia on the international stage.

“Recognizing the historic achievements of our athletes, it is always a challenging task to choose the very best among them. However, today is the day to celebrate those deserving of this honor, and I would like to congratulate the future winners and nominees in advance. Each successful athlete is a winner in their own right and serves as an inspiring example for our youth. They are a source of immense pride and represent Georgia as our finest ambassadors on the world stage.

I want to emphasize that our love and support for Georgian athletes should be distinctive, special, and unconditional—this is something everyone should understand. I extend my warmest congratulations to all of you as we approach the New Year. My heartfelt gratitude goes to our athletes, coaches, medical staff, technical teams, and everyone else involved in the success of Georgian sports. Thank you for your hard work, patriotism, and the unforgettable moments and emotions your victories have provided us.

I wish you all a Merry Christmas, a Happy New Year, and continued success in the future!,” said Prime Minister Kobakhidze.