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George Bartzokas steers Olympiacos to EuroLeague victory

Olympiacos defeated Real Madrid 92‑85 in the EuroLeague Final Four held at the Telekom Center in Athens, securing the club’s first European title. Coach George Bartzokas praised the Angelopoulos brothers, the club’s owners, saying they “deserve the trophy more than anyone,” and dedicated the win to ticket‑manager Kanelle (Chrysondidou) and the passionate fans who supported the team.

Bartzokas, who rose from a playing career cut short by knee injuries to become the first Greek coach to win the EuroLeague, is also noted for his private family life. He is married to architect Athina Triantafyllou, who keeps a low public profile, and they have a teenage daughter, Andriana. He attributes his personal stability and success to the support of his wife and family, shielding his private life from media attention.