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Panathinaikos Owner Dimitris Giannakopoulos Fires Back at Olympiacos Player Evan Fournier
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First reported by N12 · Jul 12, 2026
What happened
Panathinaikos owner Dimitris Giannakopoulos responded with vulgar remarks to Olympiacos player Evan Fournier's criticism about the rivalry atmosphere, referencing Fournier's obscene gesture toward fans. The confrontation underscores the intense tensions between the two Greek basketball clubs.
- 01Panathinaikos owner Dimitris Giannakopoulos responded to criticism from Olympiacos player Evan Fournier.
- 02Fournier accused Giannakopoulos of creating a negative rivalry atmosphere.
- 03Giannakopoulos condemned Fournier's obscene gesture toward Panathinaikos fans.
- 04Giannakopoulos questioned the lack of punishment for such player behavior.
- 05The exchange reflects ongoing tensions between the two Greek basketball teams.
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