Commemoration Held for Vladimir Cvetković, Red Star Family Bids Farewell to a Legend (PHOTO, VIDEO)

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A commemoration ceremony was held for Vladimir Cvetković, a legendary basketball player and Red Star official.
Cvetković, born in 1941, passed away at the age of 85.
The ceremony was attended by his family, government officials, sports leaders, and numerous sports legends.
Tributes emphasized Cvetković's integral role in Red Star's most successful periods, particularly in football.
He is remembered for his vision in making Red Star competitive in Europe and for his dedication to the club.
Cvetković won four silver medals in major international basketball competitions.
He was instrumental in securing Yugoslavia's first Olympic basketball medal in 1968.
As general secretary of Red Star Football Club, he contributed to winning 18 trophies over 18 years.
He played a key role in the formation of the teams that won the European Champions Cup and the Intercontinental Cup.
He also served as Minister of Sports from 1992 to 1998.
President Aleksandar Vučić also expressed condolences to the family at the New Cemetery.
Cvetković was to be buried at the New Cemetery in Belgrade.

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