Utilize the input text as a context reference, choose the right relationship between Syriza and Alexis Tsipras from the options. Options: product/material produced, manufacturer, distributed by, industry, position held, original broadcaster, owned by, founded by, distribution format, headquarters location, stock exchange, currency, parent organization, chief executive officer, director/manager, owner of, operator, member of, employer, chairperson, platform, subsidiary, legal form, publisher, developer, brand, business division, location of formation, creator.

The Syriza party of former Greek prime minister Alexis Tsipras -- which came to power in January on a pledge to renegotiate terms of their international bailout but ultimately had to cave to creditor demands -- has a wafer-thin lead in the polls over the conservative New Democracy.

Answer: chairperson