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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The Aussie Stingers lost 12-8 to Greece in a thrilling Women’s Water Polo World Cup qualifier. Despite a strong start with goals from Sienna Hearn and Abby Andrews, Greece's second-half dominance sealed the victory. Australia will face the Netherlands in their final match to determine their ranking for the World Cup Super Final in April.
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.
Olympiacos won 96-86 against Real Madrid, solidifying their position as the EuroLeague frontrunner after 22…
In a challenging start to the Australian Open doubles tournament, Nick Kyrgios and Thanasi Kokkinakis have been forced to retire from their first-round match due to injury concerns. Kokkinakis' pectoral injury was pivotal in the decision, handing victory to fellow Australians Aleksandar Vukic and James Duckworth.
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.
Greek tennis star Stefanos Tsitsipas is facing calls to take a break from the sport following a tough season marked by a slip in rankings and lackluster performances. After a recent defeat to rising American Alex Michelsen, former players and analysts, including Jelena Dokic and Todd Woodbridge, have urged the 26-year-old to step back and reevaluate his career, suggesting a new coaching setup and time away from the game to rediscover his passion and form.
Nick Kyrgios faced an early exit from the Australian Open after a straight sets loss to Jacob Fearnley. Despite tie-breaks in two sets and an ongoing abdominal injury, Kyrgios couldn’t secure the win.
Nick Kyrgios has declared himself fit for the Australian Open despite an abdominal strain earlier this week. "Felt pretty good out there this morning," Kyrgios said, reassuring fans ahead of his first-round match.
Giannis Antetokounmpo continues to rewrite the history books, becoming the player with the most double-doubles in Milwaukee Bucks history. With 25 points and 16 rebounds in a win over the San Antonio Spurs, he surpassed Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's long-held record. Giannis also holds the franchise records for points, assists, and blocks, and is leading the NBA in scoring this season. As he continues to break barriers, fans are eager to see how far the Greek superstar can go in his historic career.
SYDNEY - A dramatic first day of the New Year's Test at the Sydney Cricket…
Greek-Australian cricketer Sam Konstas's debut in the Australian Test team is sparking hope for greater diversity in the sport and inspiring the Greek community.
In a thrilling display of tennis mastery, Novak Djokovic and Nick Kyrgios claimed a memorable victory at the Brisbane International, defeating Alexander Erler and Andreas Mies with a scoreline of 6-4, 6-7(4), 10-8. The duo's unique styles and exceptional play captivated the crowd, marking a triumphant return for Kyrgios after an injury hiatus and setting the stage for their continued success on the ATP Tour.
In a charged atmosphere at the United Cup, Greek tennis sensation Stefanos Tsitsipas faced off…
Stefanos Tsitsipas secured a must-win victory over Pablo Carreno Busta in a tense match at the United Cup, leveling the score between Greece and Spain at 1-1. With Maria Sakkari's earlier loss, Tsitsipas's performance was crucial in keeping Greece's hopes alive, setting up a decisive doubles match.
Maria Sakkari made her return to tennis at the United Cup following a four-month injury break, but faced a tough challenge against Jessica Bouzas Maneiro. The Spanish player secured a convincing victory, giving Spain a 1-0 lead against Greece in the tournament's group stage.
Teenage batting prodigy Sam Konstas is poised for a Test debut against India in the Boxing Day Test, replacing Nathan McSweeney in the Australian squad.
Apostolos Tsitsipas, the father of Stefanos Tsitsipas, clarified the intent behind his son's controversial post on narcissistic parents. He explained that the message emphasized the deep love parents have for their children, sometimes to a pathological extent, and assured that the post was not a reflection on himself or his wife.
She is a basketball coach from Turkey who moved to Greece two weeks ago, specifically…
The sporting event continues today and will conclude on Friday. The 33rd Athens International Sailing…