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Cyprus will host fifteen EuroBasket 2025 matches in Limassol on August 28, 30, and 31, and September 2 and 4, 2025. President Nikos Christodoulides addressed a gala dinner celebrating the upcoming event, emphasizing the government's €15 million investment in the "Spyros Kyprianou" Stadium in Limassol and €2.5 million for the Cyprus Basketball Federation. He stated the investment is aimed at inspiring young people to emulate athletes who prioritize sportsmanship.
The President highlighted the event as a testament to Cyprus's ability to host major sporting events and its commitment to sports development. He noted the government's focus on promoting values like cooperation, solidarity, and mutual understanding through sports policies. A key objective, he said, is to inspire the younger generation to embrace these values.
The government is also working on talent identification and development programs across various sports, with increased funding for young athletes and coaches. President Christodoulides likened the potential impact of EuroBasket 2025 on Cypriot youth to the influence of Greece's 1987 European Championship victory. 1 He expressed hope that the event will inspire young people to pursue their ambitions and cultivate a new generation of athletes and citizens who value hard work and teamwork. He pledged the government's support for a successful and memorable EuroBasket 2025, promising hospitality and excellence.
