Basketball player Giannis expresses remorse following controversial display of a Turkish flag during EuroBasket incident.
Greek superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo and Turkish rising star Alperen Şengün put an end to their social media dispute following the semifinal loss at the FIBA EuroBasket 2025. The reconciliation was marked by a joint Instagram post, which showed the two athletes embracing and included Greek and Turkish flag emojis.
The dispute began when Antetokounmpo used Turkish flag emojis during a post-game Instagram live, sparking a global debate. In his apology, posted on Instagram, Antetokounmpo expressed remorse and stated that his intention was never to offend anyone. Şengün, in turn, clarified that the earlier post was a "miscommunication."
During the bronze medal game, Greece emerged victorious against Finland with a close score of 92-89. Antetokounmpo contributed significantly to the win, scoring 24 points, 10 rebounds, and 5 assists. Alperen Şengün scored 18 points and 12 rebounds, while Ercan Osmani led Türkiye with 28 points. Despite their best efforts, Türkiye lost to Germany in the final, earning silver.
The joint Instagram post was captioned with a message promoting unity. In the post, both athletes emphasised their respect for each other and the importance of sportsmanship. The reconciliation was warmly received by fans, who had been following the social media drama closely.
The road to reconciliation was not easy. Greece had struggled with turnovers and perimeter defense in the semifinal against Türkiye, leading to their relegation to the bronze medal game. Antetokounmpo issued an apology for his comment during a live stream from the locker room. Şengün, in response, expressed respect for Greece and praised their resilience in the bronze medal game.
The EuroBasket 2025 has been a memorable tournament, filled with exciting matches and unexpected twists. The reconciliation between Antetokounmpo and Şengün serves as a reminder that sports have the power to bring people together, even in the face of disagreements. As the dust settles on the tournament, fans can look forward to seeing these two talented athletes continue to shine on the court.
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