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Cristiano Ronaldo still has the fire at 40 and is attracting interest from European clubs. In fact, the Portuguese icon has received one of most unexpected suggestions in his career. It comes with a Greek flair. Ronaldo is invited to Greece by Panathinaikos: “Why not?” The speculation surrounding the future of the Al-Nassr forward is increasing as his contract with …

Nearly 2,500 cyclists had signed up for the race, which promised to be a picturesque route. Credit: Airman Nathan. Creative Commons A brand new amateur race backed up by the International Cycling Union, the Cyclosportive des Lacs de l’Eau d’Heure was supposed to offer a scenic day with thrilling riding on two wheels. However, after just 20km the Cyclosportive des …

Nadal and one of his 14 Roland Garros Trophies. Credits: El Confidencial Rafael Nadal is to be honoured at the Roland Garros tennis tournament on May 25, this year. Nadal is one of the most famous Spanish athletes ever. His career spanned over two decades. He retired in 2024. In a ceremony to commemorate his dominance on the famed clay …

BACK in 2018, a group of football-loving expats found themselves playing with another club – but something just didn’t click.  To take control of the beautiful game, they formed a team that was built on friendship and passion for football.  Estepona Old Boys is the result. The club grew rapidly after one of the players took on the role as …

Van Aert, who has 49 professional wins to his name, also boasts 45 second places as well as 33 thirds. Credit: René Hourdry. Creative Commons A drop in form, reasons for optimism – and a stark confession: “I’ve lost my sprint”. “I wish that I knew why my sprint didn’t work this spring. In a recent short interview, Belgian star …

Nadal playing at Rome. Credit: Jack Cheng. Creative Commons Ex-chair umpire reveals just how tough it was to officiate Rafa Nadal: “He was always on the edge – I really felt for him”. Spanish chair umpire Jaume Campistol, who stepped away from professional tennis officiating in 2024, has opened up about the challenges of refereeing Rafael Nadal – and it …

Rafa nadal from Mallorca will receive a special award at the French Open next month. The Spanish tennis ace retired last November, after playing for Spain in a Davis Cup match at Malaga. Nadal of Manacor has won 14 titles in Paris at Roland Garros, a feat which is unlikely be surpassed. READ MORE NADAL’S FAREWELL TO MALAGA IN 2024 …

Cristiano Ronaldo is a blaze in Saudi Arabia. Credit: Fabrizio Romano Twitter account Cristiano Ronaldo is now 40 and reportedly close to signing a contract extension with Al-Nassr. The Portuguese legend will stay in Saudi Arabia at least until 2027. His current agreement expires at the end this season. The highest-paid footballer will be able to maintain his position. New …

Brentford owner Brentford has acquired the Spanish third-tier club Merida Ad. Best Intentions Analytics’ holding company Matthew Benham has acquired 100% of the shares at the Extremadura club, which is trying to gain promotion to Segunda. Cliff Crown, the Brentford chairman, will be the club’s president. Directors Nity Raj and Phil Whall, from the London club will also join the …

Barcelona’s fans have been surprised by some bizarre transfer decisions made in recent years. It seems that the trend will continue this summer. According to Spanish reports, Barcelona is prepared to sign Nico Williams (22) of Athletic Bilbao and could sell Raphinha (28), one its stars. Barcelona could sell Raphinha to the right buyer at a fair price Raphinha, who …