In a simple but particularly moving ceremony that took place today, Friday, July 18, 2025, at the Mayor's office, the Mayor, Mr. Christos Zannetou, and the Deputy Mayor of the Ayia Napa Municipal District, Mr. Antonis Christou, presented honorary plaques to two distinguished athletes, as a sign of appreciation and recognition of their contributions and successes.
Mayor Christos Zannetou presented an honorary plaque to Anthony Menicou, for winning 1st place at the World Boxing Council (WBC) World Championship held in Verona, Italy in June 2025, among 72 countries. This success is a huge distinction for both him and Cyprus.
In addition, an honorary plaque was awarded by the Deputy Mayor of Ayia Napa Municipality, Mr. Antonis Christou, to Christakis Alexandrou, athlete and Muay Thai coach, for his numerous distinctions in Pancyprian, European and World Championships of the sport.
The Mayor of Ayia Napa, Mr. Zannettou, in his statement, praised the ethos, perseverance and passion of the awardees and stressed that the Municipality will continue to support in every way the athletes who honor Cyprus internationally.
