Fenerbahce wins Monaco to seek another Euroleague name
Fenerbahce secured her second crown of Euroleague with a win from 81-70 through Monaco in the finals at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi.
The Turkish side, which last won the title in the 2016-17 season, has excised the early deficit to surpass Monaco over the remaining quarters, sealing the historical victory at the largest European basketball stage.
The American front Nigel Haies-Davis took place on her way to Fenerbahce with a stand, scoring 23 points and earn a final honest honors of the MVP.
Monaco, which ends the 32-year-old wait for the French team to reach the final, started strongly and led 20-18 after the first quarter. But Fenerbahce gradually withdrew, dominating the rest of the game despite the effort of 19 makata from Monaco’s American Attack Alpha Diallo.
Fenerbahce’s chief coach Sarunas Jasikevicius made history by becoming the first person in the modern Eroliga ERI to win a trophy and as a player and coach. Lithuanian previously raised title as a player with Barcelonoms (2003), Maccabi Tel Aviv (2004, 2005) and Panathinaikos (2009).
As a coach, he reached the finals with Barcelona 2021. years, but lost Anadola Efes. Last year, he led Fenerbahce in the last four, where short against Panathinaikos in the semifinals.
Speaking after the game, Jasickevicius said, “Life’s dream come true. To do this with Fenerbahce and that is part of this moment of joy. We are proud to return the trophy back to Istanbul.”
In the symbolic moment after the final whistle, Captain Team Meliel Mahmutogl was presented by the Serbian Guard Trophy, Mark Guduric, who raised him high to celebrate the team triumph.
Fenerbahce fans celebrated the triumph of their team throughout Turkey, with large gatherings taking place in Istanbul and other cities.
2025-05-26 09:51:00
