TRT Sports Commentator Nilay Kartaltepe Releases Statement Regarding Fenerbahçe
TRT Spor commentator Nilay Kartaltepe issued a statement on social media after her live broadcast remarks during the Super Cup final drew backlash.
Following Fenerbahçe Tarfin's victory in the 2026 FIBA Women's Super Cup final, remarks made on live broadcast by TRT Spor commentator Nilay Kartaltepe drew backlash from fans, prompting Kartaltepe to apologize on social media.
Super Cup Final and Match Result
Fenerbahçe Tarfin managed to defeat Çimsa ÇBK Mersin 79-71 in the 2026 FIBA Women's Super Cup final.
With this result, the yellow-navy blue team achieved their 3rd Super Cup championship in the last 4 seasons and brought the trophy to their museum.
Live Broadcast Remarks Drew Backlash
Following the match played at the Mersin Servet Tazegül Sports Hall, the statements of TRT Spor commentator Nilay Kartaltepe became a talking point.
Kartaltepe's remarks evaluating ÇBK Mersin's comeback effort and her vocal reaction following a missed basket drew criticism.
Criticism from Social Media
The live broadcast evaluations made after the match led to a reaction from Fenerbahçe fans on social media platforms.
Upon the intense criticism received, TRT Spor commentator and former basketball player Nilay Kartaltepe made a public statement.
Apology Statement from Nilay Kartaltepe
Nilay Kartaltepe stated that the expressions she uttered unconsciously with the excitement of the broadcast caused sadness in the Fenerbahçe community.
She emphasized that as a former player, it was out of the question for her to show disrespect to a club whose jersey she had worn.