Baghdatis celebrations

Sir,
I am an Australian, born of Greek Cypriot parents. I have been watching the tennis and did not realise that Marcos was from Cyprus until later. I enjoyed watching him and found him a refreshing character, as did most Australians. When I found  out  he was from Cyprus I was elated for your country and my heritage.

How disappointed I was when after watching the news from his village celebrating his success, some of the  people were shooting guns in the air as a sign of celebration. How does a gun symbolise joy, peace and pride when all it is used for is killing. There is enough violence in the world today without irresponsible acts such as these.

Chris Miaoulis, Australia

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