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Football Icon Mimis Domazos Dies at 83

Mimis Domazos, one of Greece’s greatest football legends, has passed away at the age of 83 following a cardiac arrest. Known as the “General” of Greek football, Domazos had a distinguished career with Panathinaikos, leading the team to historic victories, including a UEFA European Cup final appearance in 1971. He also captained the Greek national team for several years. Domazos’ death, which occurred on January 24, marks the end of an era in Greek football, leaving behind a legacy of leadership and achievement.

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Tsitsipas Returns to Athens and Visits Dentist Amid Badosa’s Grand Slam Success

Stefanos Tsitsipas recently returned to Greece with his brother Petros and made a visit to their dentist, Irini Kapogianni, in Chalandri. Despite opting out of the Davis Cup tie against Egypt, Tsitsipas had stayed in Melbourne following his early Australian Open exit. While his partner, Paula Badosa, advances to her first Grand Slam semifinal, Tsitsipas follows her achievements from afar. Upon his return, he expressed gratitude towards his orthodontist for their successful recent work, shared in a social media video.

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Badosa Defeats Gauff 7-5, 6-4: A Career Milestone

Paula Badosa achieved a career milestone by defeating Coco Gauff 7-5, 6-4 to reach her first Grand Slam semifinal at the Australian Open. This victory marks a significant moment in Badosa’s comeback, one year after she started her journey in Australia.

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Nick Kyrgios Mocks Channel 9 Presenter Tony Jones in Comedic Instagram Skit Amid Djokovic Controversy

Nick Kyrgios, known for courting controversy, has released a comedic Instagram skit with Elliot Loney, mocking the recent incident between Tony Jones and Novak Djokovic. As the Australian Open unfolds, Kyrgios’ playful jab at Jones’ controversial remarks adds another layer to the ongoing drama surrounding Djokovic, who has demanded a public apology. The skit, alongside comments from notable figures like Elon Musk, has captured global attention, highlighting the intersection of media, sports, and celebrity influence.

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Miltiadis Tentoglou Named Balkan Athlete of the Year 2024

Greek long jumper Miltiadis Tentoglou has been named the Best Balkan Athlete of the Year for 2024, marking a historic achievement for Greece. The Olympic gold medalist, who is also the reigning World Indoor and European Champion, topped the annual poll with 61 votes. Tentoglou is the first Greek athlete in 15 years to win this prestigious title. Romanian swimmer David Popovici and Serbian NBA star Nikola Jokic rounded out the top three.

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Nick Kyrgios Outlines His 2025 Plans, Hints at Future in Doubles

Nick Kyrgios has suggested 2025 could be his final year in singles competition as he contemplates a future in doubles. After his Grand Slam return at the Australian Open, Kyrgios hinted at stepping back from singles due to ongoing physical demands, while expressing confidence in his doubles potential alongside Thanasi Kokkinakis. As he weighs his options, Kyrgios aims to conclude his singles career with a few more wins, potentially making a splash at Wimbledon later this year.

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USA Women’s Water Polo Falls to Greece 20-7 at World Cup Division 1 Tournament

The USA Women’s Water Polo team faced a challenging 20-7 defeat against Greece at the World Cup Division 1 tournament in Alexandroupolis. Despite Chrissy Flynn’s two goals and Amanda Longan’s four saves, Team USA couldn’t overcome Greece’s strong performance. They will quickly regroup to face Italy tomorrow, with the match streamed live on Recast PPV.

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Džumhur and Tsitsipas Advance to Second Round of Australian Open Doubles

Džumhur and Tsitsipas Advance to Second Round of Australian Open Doubles**

In an intense and thrilling match at the Australian Open, Damir Džumhur and Petros Tsitsipas secured their spot in the second round of the doubles competition. The duo defeated the Indian-Polish pair of Anirudha Chandrasekar and Karol Drzewiecki in a closely contested battle, emerging victorious with a score of 2-1, clinching the sets 7-6, 2-6, 7-6.

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Australian Open Star Turns Defeat into Devotion as He Cheers WTA Girlfriend on Her Path to Glory

Now it’s the Greek tennis star’s turn to show support. Tsitsipas be on the sidelines, staying in Australia as the World No.12 continues her campaign.

Their relationship, which blossomed in 2023, has always been a source of inspiration for both players. Tsitsipas once shared to a Spanish magazine Hola, how he first noticed Badosa at the 2020 Australian Open. He said, “It was love at first sight, and from that day on, I was completely mesmerized