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When Giannis met Ronaldinho (photos)

Greek Freak says Brazilian star was his role model

Newsroom March 2 11:22

NBA super star Giannis Antetokpounmpo, better known as the Greek Freak has risen to stardom very fast in the best basketball league in the world. With recognition and accolades pouring from all over, even by some of the legends of the sport, the young man has set his path to greatness. His stardom has made it possible to be even recognised by legands of other sports, like football. The Greek Freak recently had the chance to meet one the top players in football, Brazilian striker Ronaldinho. “One of my role-models before basketball took over”, Giannis wrote in his instagram post.

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