Hasan Arat elected as Besiktas's new president
Hasan Arat has been elected as the new president of Besiktas, one of Istanbul's most prominent football clubs. The election took place during an extraordinary general assembly on Sunday.
Arat, a 64-year-old businessman, won the presidency with 7,271 votes, significantly outpacing his closest competitor, Serdal Adali, by 2,714 votes.
The election, held at the BJK Emlakjet Sports Complex in Istanbul, marked a pivotal moment for the club. With all votes counted, Adali garnered 38.53% of the total votes. Arat's victory has ushered in a new era for Besiktas, with him becoming the 35th president of the club.
Arat's election is notable, as he brings his extensive experience in business to the leadership of Besiktas. This change at the top of the club's hierarchy is expected to influence its future direction and strategy, both on and off the field. As Arat takes the helm, Besiktas fans and stakeholders are anticipating the impact of his leadership on the club's performance and development.
