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Commemoration Held for Vladimir Cvetković, Red Star Family Bids Farewell to a Legend (PHOTO, VIDEO)
A commemoration ceremony was held today at the "Rajko Mitić" stadium on the occasion of the passing of legendary basketball player and Red Star official Vladimir Cvetković.
TL;DR
- 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.