Cenk Akyol
Basketball player, Anadolu Efes talent
Born
April 16th, 1987
37 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Turkey
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Born in 1987 in Turkey, a basketball player played primarily as a shooting guard. Rising through the ranks of Turkish basketball, he contributed to clubs like Anadolu Efes and Galatasaray. Akyol represented Turkey at various international competitions, including the FIBA EuroBasket. His skills on the court earned him recognition within both club and national teams, showcasing talents in both league play and international tournaments.
Played for Anadolu Efes Istanbul
Competed in FIBA EuroBasket
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