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1.2 million tickets released as Paris 2024 countdown continues

  • Paris 2024

A week before the Olympic Games kick off, fans still have the chance to attend some of the most prominent competitions. According to data provided by the organising committee, there are 1.2 million tickets still available for sale, especially for football, basketball, and handball matches.

According to the General Director, over 60% of tickets have been sold in France, with countries like Spain


Paris 2024: Ten talented teenagers to keep tabs on at the Olympics

  • Paris 2024

From record-breaking sprinters to rising stars in gymnastics, these ten young athletes are poised to make a splash at the Paris 2024 Olympics. Keep an eye on these future legends as they bring fresh talent and fierce competition to the world's biggest sporting stage.

footsteps of her teammate Keely Hodgkinson by aiming for Olympic glory as a teenage athlete.Pau Cubarsi (Spain


Suspended prison sentence for racism against Vinicius JR and Antonio Rudiger

  • UEFA

A Spanish court has sentenced an individual to an eight-month suspended prison sentence for online racist abuse directed at Real Madrid players Vinicius Junior and Antonio Rudiger, the club announced on Wednesday.

In Spain, a case was brought against a citizen who made racist insults in the comments section of the


Spanish football president suspended two years by administrative tribunal

  • FIFA

The president of the Spanish Football Federation, Pedro Rocha, has been suspended for two years by the Spanish Sports Administrative Tribunal (TAD) and will have to step aside for the vice-president. He will appeal the decision.

Spain won the European Championship for the fourth time in their history last Sunday, beating England

rather part of the executive branch.Prince William, Prince of Wales, Pedro Rocha and Felipe VI, King of Spain


Paris 2024 ready for landing after strike call-off

  • Olympics

Among the Olympics organisers’ many fears, the airport workers’ protest was atop the list of pending issues before the start of the Games in the French capital, just over a week from Tuesday, when a deal was finally reached between management and staff.

Neighbouring countries like Spain and even far-away ones like Brazil have reinforced the police ranks


Mbappé unveiled at Bernabéu, completes "childhood dream"

  • Football

The French forward was officially showcased as a Real Madrid player on Tuesday having signed a five-year contract with the Champions League winners that will see him wear the No. 9 shirt.

delayed due to the Euro 2024 which saw France knocked out in the semi-finals to eventual champions Spain


Over 2,000 foreign police officers in Paris to help with Olympic security

  • Paris 2024

More than 40 countries have provided reinforcements to the French police for the Olympic event, which, according to the Paris Tourist Office, is expected to attract around 15 million visitors between the Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Spain, France's neighboring country, is the top contributor with over 360 personnel; the United Kingdom


From Kevin Durant to Team Azerbaijan: records awaiting in Paris

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Great Olympic feats could be surpassed at the Paris Games. The arrival of such a significant event always fuels expectations around records, and this time, both individually and as teams, the chances of breaking records and rewriting the medal and merit tables are far from slim.

football team will make its debut in this category, playing at the Parc des Princes on 24 July, facing Spain


Euphoric Madrid celebrates Spain's fourth European Championship

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The Spanish national team sparked total madness in Madrid. The national squad basked in the adulation of the masses in the Spanish capital, with the festivities continuing until midnight. There was a great eagerness to once again revel in a team that is now the leader of the European Championship.

There, they met with King Felipe VI of Spain and the Prime Minister, Pedro Sánchez, respectively.

We have the World Cup in Spain, and I wish you all the best," he emphasised in his speech.The European

With this triumph, Spain becomes the country with the most trophies won in this competition.


World Cup 2026: New Jersey governor assures 'safe tournament'

  • Football

Governor Phil Murphy delivered a reassuring message in Berlin on Sunday. It came a day after Donald Trump was shot in the ear during an assassination attempt at a rally in Pennsylvania. New Jersey will host eight matches, including the final, at the World Cup in the USA, Canada and Mexico.

He made the statement during a public appearance in Berlin, hours before the Euro 2024 final between Spain

and England, which ended with a 2-1 victory for Spain.


Euro 2024: Champion's Spain top of Europe

  • UEFA

Spain triumphed 2-1 over England with Mikel Oyarzabal coming off the bench to score a dramatic late winner

, giving Spain their fourth Euro title and putting them top of the standings.

Coach Luis de la Fuente's Spain went into the grand final of Euro 2024 with everything on the line against

They played 7, won 7, some of them (like Georgia, 4-1) by a landslide.Alvaro Morata of Spain walks the

UEFA Euro 2024 Henri Delaunay Trophy to the winners stage as players of Spain react after the UEFA EURO

Thank you for the support from all over Spain," concluded the 63-year-old coach after the victory at

"Congratulations to Spain, they were the best team in the tournament and the best team tonight."


The Olympics: National pride meets political conflict

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The Olympic spirit often clashes with political tensions. The Games have long harnessed patriotic sentiment to boost their global appeal, showcasing athletes who represent their countries and celebrating victories with national anthems. However, political issues frequently disrupt this ideal.

Additionally, several nations boycotted the Games: Spain, Switzerland, and the Netherlands protested


Paris 2024: Ten footballers to keep an eye on at the Olympics

  • Football

Paris 2024 is set to be a thrilling spectacle, and the football tournaments are no exception. Featuring both rising stars and established talents from the men's and women's teams, these games promise unforgettable moments. Here are ten footballers poised to make a significant impact in Paris.

Aitana Bonmati (Spain)A key player for both Barcelona and the Spanish national team, Aitana Bonmati's

Bonmati will be at the heart of Spain's bid for Olympic glory.Aitana Bonmati will be hoping to help Spain

GETTY IMAGESSamu Omorodion (Spain)The 20-year-old young forward from Atletico Madrid has been turning

Spain will rely on his ability to convert chances into goals.Sophia Smith (USA)A prolific forward for

technical skills, and clinical finishing make her a constant threat in the attacking third.Pau Cubarsi (Spain


Novak Djokovic, Carlos Alcaraz meet again in Wimbledon final blockbuster

  • Tennis

Novak Djokovic swept past Lorenzo Musetti on Friday to book a second successive Wimbledon final against defending champion Carlos Alcaraz and move one win away from a record-setting 25th Grand Slam title. Just five weeks after undergoing knee surgery, seven-time Wimbledon champion Djokovic reached his 10th final at the All England Club with a 6-4, 7-6 (7/2), 6-4 win over the Italian 25th seed.

I didn't say Spain is going to win, I'm just saying it's going to be a really fun day" 😂Carlos Alcaraz


FIBA Intercontinental Cup, Singapore: Stephon Marbury named ambassador

  • Basketball

Former USA international and NBA star Stephon Marbury has been named ambassador for the 34th edition of the FIBA Intercontinental Cup, which will be held in Singapore from 12-15 September 2024, and will for the first time feature representation from all five FIBA regions.

winners of the Basketball Champions League Asia, Al Riyadi of Lebanon, will represent Asia.Unicaja of Spain