Reconciliation Gesture: Antetokounmpo and Sengun Send a Message of Friendship
September 17, 2025
The conflict that arose after the Greece-Turkey semifinal at Eurobasket ended with a unifying gesture from Giannis Antetokounmpo and Alperen Sengun. The two athletes posted a joint photo, sending messages of mutual respect. Antetokounmpo apologized for his previous comments, while Sengun also expressed regret for a past post. Through these actions, they emphasized that sports should promote unity rather than rivalry. Their joint efforts aim to mend misunderstandings and strengthen friendship between the two nations.