An incident at Tsireio Stadium sparked strong reactions, as, according to a complaint by track and field coach Antonis Giannoulakis, stadium staff removed Milan Trajkovic from the field, citing the risk of damage to the turf.
For his part, the Cypriot champion announced his decision to leave the Olympia Athletic Club after 17 years with the organization. In a message, he spoke of a journey filled with sacrifices, difficulties, and successes, thanking those who stood by him all these years. At the same time, he did not hide his disappointment over what he had experienced, sending a clear message about the respect athletes deserve.
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“Respect shouldn’t be a one-way street,” he said, emphasizing that clubs have a duty to support athletes rather than treat them as a means to serve their own needs. He noted that he is stepping down with his head held high and proud of what he has achieved with GSO.
Here is what he said in detail: “After 17 years with the Olympia Gymnastics Club (GSO), I have decided to leave and continue my athletic career in a new environment.
Seventeen years filled with training, sacrifices, challenges, and great successes. I had the honor of representing the club at the world’s biggest sporting events, from European and World Championships to the Olympic Games, always giving my very best.
I would like to sincerely thank everyone I have worked with over the years—coaches, teammates, and club staff who stood by me and respected my efforts.
However, respect shouldn’t be a one-way street.
Athletes are not just medals, results, and accolades. They are people who dedicate years of their lives and deserve to be treated with dignity and respect.
Clubs exist to support athletes, not the other way around. Everyone must remember this, regardless of their position.
I’m leaving with my head held high, proud of what we’ve achieved over these 17 years, knowing that I’ve honored the GSO jersey in every game and at every moment of my career.
I wish GSO all the best for the future.”
