By Lucia Fernandez
Sports editor based in Madrid. Tracks Latin American footballers in Europe, plus boxing, baseball and the Olympic beat.
PSG Sets Sights on Real Madrid's Rising Defensive Star Joan Martínez
PSG is pursuing Real Madrid's promising defender Joan Martínez, who has a €150 million buyout clause. The French club's new strategy focuses
Puerto Rican Basketball Legend José 'Piculín' Ortiz Dies at 62
José 'Piculín' Ortiz, the greatest Puerto Rican basketball player of all time, has passed away at 62 after a battle with colorectal cancer.
Atlético Madrid Files UEFA Complaint After Fireworks Disrupt London Hotel Ahead of Arsenal Clash
Atlético Madrid lodged a UEFA complaint after coordinated fireworks outside their Shoreditch hotel disrupted players' sleep ahead of the Cha
Knicks Fans Sweep JR Smith Off His Feet in MSG Celebration After Blowout Win
JR Smith was swept up in the frenzy outside MSG after the Knicks' 137-98 win over the 76ers. The former guard urged fans to 'chill' after be
Luka Dončić's Hamstring Recovery Delays Lakers' Playoff Push Against Thunder
Luka Dončić is out for Game 1 against the Oklahoma City Thunder due to a grade 2 hamstring strain. The Lakers went 7-4 without him and advan
Lakers vs Thunder: A Playoff Rivalry Renewed in 2026
The Lakers and Thunder renew their playoff rivalry in the 2026 Western Conference Semifinals. Oklahoma City swept the regular-season series,
Patrick Mahomes' Recovery Becomes a White House Question, Adding Uncertainty to NFL Season
President Trump casually asked about Patrick Mahomes' recovery during a Kansas City BBQ stop. The question underscores the ongoing uncertain
NBA Second Round 2026: Knicks-76ers Brawl, Lakers vs Thunder Uphill Climb
The Knicks' physical depth and offensive rebounding could wear down a Sixers team reliant on Joel Embiid's health. LeBron James faces a near
How the Miami Grand Prix Is Reshaping Luxury Real Estate Across South Florida
Sergio Pérez and Pierre Gasly are among the F1 drivers buying into Miami's luxury towers. Developers use race week to court high-net-worth b
Real Madrid's Locker Room in Turmoil: Carvajal and Asencio Clash with Arbeloa Over Mbappé's Travels
Dani Carvajal and Marco Asencio lead a revolt against Álvaro Arbeloa's management. Kylian Mbappé's travels during injury recovery have spark
USMNT Striker Battle Heats Up: Balogun, Pepi, and Wright Vie for World Cup Starting Spot
Folarin Balogun has scored in eight straight Ligue 1 games for Monaco. Ricardo Pepi has netted four goals in his last three matches for PSV
Arsenal vs. Atlético Madrid: Injuries and Doubts Cloud Champions League Semi-Final
Arsenal's Kai Havertz and Jurrien Timber are doubtful for the Champions League semi-final second leg against Atlético Madrid. Atlético will