Silvain Francisco victim of racist attacks on social networks
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The hero of the match against Slovenia, Silvain Francisco He was supposed to enjoy his moment of celebration with Blues, even if his controversial basket earned him criticism.
The problem is that on social networks of criticism turned into insults … and racist attacks. Especially on the Instagram, the page of Zalgiris Kaunas, who published the message to react.
“I want us to clarify that you can offend or hate me for what I did, but are formulated racist comments and they go against the value of this sport and this community”He published an answer. “Receiving racist insults, treating n ****, compared to monkey or goods, it is not just attacking me, but also against my skin and mankind and I will not silence on this topic.” »
Faced with the hate rate toward his player, FFBB also divided the press release.
“FFBB and the French team support Silvain’s Francisco next racist messaging and insults published on social networks. Unknown remarks that go against all values advocated basketball and federation” Can we read.
Same Support Nicolas BatumNow advisor for TF1. “Some of you are sick, even if you don’t agree with basketball action, racism and hate will never be eligible. After Dennis to Silvain, great match my brother. Continue to sparkle and make us pride.” »
2025-08-31 12:30:00
