(SabaSports) Nicolas Batum, a veteran striker for France, officially ended his national team career after playing in the Olympic final against the United States, according to BasketNews, a European basketball publication. Batum’s international career came to an end when France narrowly lost to the United States.
After the game, Batum made an emotional announcement to French fans in an interview with local French television media. “This is the last time I will wear this jersey on the court,” he said. I played for this team for 15 years, four World Cups, four European Championships and four Olympic Games, and I did everything I had to do.”
Batum has won seven MEDALS for France during his national team career, including two Olympic silver MEDALS, two World Cup bronze MEDALS, one Euro gold medal, one Euro silver medal and one Euro bronze medal. “I really tried my best over the years and I am very happy and proud of my national team career,” he said.