Panathinaikos Owner Dimitris Giannakopoulos Clashes with Olympiacos Player Evan Fournier
Dimitris Giannakopoulos, owner of the Greek basketball club Panathinaikos, responded sharply to criticism from Evan Fournier, a player for rival team Olympiacos. Earlier on July 12, 2026, Fournier accused Giannakopoulos of fostering a negative atmosphere around the rivalry between the two clubs. Giannakopoulos, known for his controversial statements in European basketball, did not hold back in his reply. In a video circulated online, he used vulgar language to criticize Fournier, accusing him of pretending to perform an obscene gesture toward Panathinaikos fans without facing any punishment. This exchange highlights the ongoing tension and heated rivalry between the two Greek basketball teams. The incident took place amid growing scrutiny of player and owner conduct in the EuroLeague.
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