Historic Scenes in France: Bourg Fans and Players Celebrate European Trophy /VIDEO/
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Bourg secured a 72-60 victory in the first game of the final series in Istanbul, then clinched the European title on their home court by defeating the black-and-whites 73-71, earning direct promotion to the EuroLeague.
The tension escalated in the final moments in France. Bourg had 15 seconds for their last possession, and the ball found Mokoka, who hit a tough shot to seal the title.
Celebrations erupted, with fans pouring onto the court to join the players.
A large number of home supporters rushed onto the hardwood to celebrate their direct qualification for the EuroLeague.
Bourg claimed their first continental title, having previously lost the 2024 EuroCup final to Paris.
This marks the second time in his career that Dušan Alimpijević has missed out on the EuroCup trophy.
"It's not the time for grand statements. Congratulations to Bourg," Alimpijević commented after the game.
The Serbian national team coach has now experienced his eighth defeat in a final.
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