Fresh off a historic performance with the Georgian national team at the EuroBasket, Tornike Shengelia is looking forward to his new chapter with Barcelona. However, some have raised questions about the team’s average age. Shengelia recently shared his perspective, seeing the team’s veteran presence not as a weakness, but as a major advantage for the season ahead.
🧠 Experience Over Age
Some observers have noted that Barcelona’s roster for the new season includes several experienced players. With the recent signings of Tornike Shengelia (turning 34) and Will Clyburn (35), the team’s core has a significant veteran presence. They join other key players like Tomas Satoransky (turning 34), Jan Vesely (35), and Nicolas Laprovittola (35). In response to comments about the team being “too old,” Shengelia offered a different view. He described the squad as “a very experienced team” and stated that they will aim to use that combination of experience and talent to their full potential.
🇬🇪 Historic Run with Georgia
Shengelia comes to Barcelona in great form after leading Georgia at the EuroBasket tournament. He was a key player for his national team, averaging 12.9 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 3.1 assists per game. His performance helped Georgia make history by reaching the quarterfinals for the first time ever. While Shengelia mentioned that it’s hard to be fully satisfied after a final loss, he acknowledged the team’s great performance and the happiness that came with achieving a historic milestone.
❤️ Health and Readiness for the Season
Before the EuroBasket, Shengelia faced a health concern with a heart arrhythmia that required him to temporarily leave a training camp. However, he has since recovered well. He began the tournament with limited minutes but was soon back to his usual playing time as his condition improved. Shengelia confirmed he is feeling much better and living a normal life, putting the health scare behind him as he prepares to contribute to Barcelona in the upcoming EuroLeague and Spanish ACB League seasons.
