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Daniel Merida wins the 36th Plava Laguna Croatia Open

Spain's Daniel Merida defeated crowd favorite Damir Dzumhur in a thrilling three-set final to capture the first ATP title of his career. The championship match was played in front of a packed Goran Ivanisevic Stadium, with the winner's trophy presented by the President of the Republic of Croatia, Zoran Milanovic.

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The fifth night of Umag Music Nights brought one of the greatest athletes of all time to the Dance Arena. Shaquille O'Neal, who has built a successful DJ career under the name DJ Diesel in recent years, performed in Umag for the first time. Before he took the stage, the crowd was warmed up by his son, Myles O'Neal.

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