Ulya : Uļjana Semjonova Through the Eyes of Her Rivals: TTT Riga vs Clermont

Uļjana Semjonova and the Rivalry That Defined an Era: TTT Riga vs Clermont During the 1970s and early 1980s, European women’s basketball witnessed one of its greatest rivalries: TTT Riga vs Clermont Université Club. At the centre of this historic era was Uļjana Semjonova, the legendary Latvian centre who dominated European basketball and became one of the greatest players in the history of the sport. With TTT Riga, she faced the ambitious French team from Clermont in unforgettable European Cup battles that defined a generation. In this excerpt from L’Équipe Explore – Les Demoiselles de Clermont, former Clermont players share their memories of facing Semjonova and TTT Riga — the challenge of competing against a seemingly unstoppable team, the admiration for a true champion, and the respect that lasted long after the final whistle. What started as one of Europe’s fiercest sporting rivalries became a story of friendship, respect, and humanity beyond the basketball court. A tribute to Uļjana Semjonova, TTT Riga, Clermont, and the golden age of European women’s basketball. #UljanaSemjonova #TTTRiga #WomensBasketball #EuropeanBasketball #BasketballHistory #Clermont #Riga Make sure you're checking out more of my videos and "SUBSCRIBE" to be notified every time about new video!