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Jorge Valero is EU correspondent since 2008. He works for Euractiv and for the Spanish national daily El Economista. His articles have been published in numerous national and international media, including The Guardian, European Voice, Rolling Stone, Vanity Fair, Miami Herald, El Comercio, La Razón, Campaign and Elections and Público. He holds degrees both in Journalism and Political Science. He was selected to participate in the Global Competitiveness Leadership Programme (Georgetown University) and currently represents the programme in Brussels. He was awarded with a European Journalism Centre´s grant for innovation in Development reporting, funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. He also participated in the European Parliament and the Council of Europe traineeship programmes
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Cup: The preferred rival but with caution
Valencia Basket, after losing to Dreamland Gran Canaria on January 7, will face them again in the Copa del Rey quarterfinals on February 15. The draw took place at the Picasso Museum in Málaga, which will host the tournament from February 15-18. Valencia Basket has a historical advantage over Gran Canaria with three wins to one. Luis Arbalejo, the sports director of Valencia BC, expressed satisfaction with the draw but cautioned against underestimating Gran Canaria, highlighting their recent EuroCup victory and strong team.
Spain finally reigns in Europe in water polo and is now in the Games
Spain has won its first gold medal in the history of the European Water Polo Championships, defeating host Croatia 10-11 with a spectacular comeback. Trailing 10-8 with four minutes left, Spain's defense excelled, and Bernat Sanahuja and Álvaro Granados scored the tying and winning goals, respectively. This victory also secured the Spanish team's place in the Paris Olympic Games, where the women's team, led by Miki Oca, will also compete.
Agnes Jebet achieves a spectacular world record at the Valencia 10K
Kenyan athlete Agnes Jebet Ngetich won the Valencia 10K, setting a new world record with a time of 28:46, surpassing the previous record held by Yalemzerf Yehualaw. Emmaculate Ayango also finished under 29 minutes, a historic first. Jacob Kiplimo won the men's race with a time of 26:48, and Abdessamad Oukhelfen set a new Spanish 10K record at 27:43. The event, which took place in Valencia, known as the City of Running, saw the participation of 14,000 runners with a 33% female participation rate and included a parallel 5K race with 1,500 participants and a 59% female presence.
Cornejo adds his third victory and the general motorcycle classification tightens
Chilean rider Nacho Cornejo clinched his third victory in the Dakar Rally, tightening the overall motorcycle classification as he closes in on American Ricky Brabec and Botswanan Ross Branch, who hold the top two positions. Despite technical issues faced by fellow Chilean Pablo Quintanilla, the race saw intense competition, particularly between Brabec and Branch for the lead, with Brabec maintaining a one-second advantage. The diverse seventh stage covered various terrains from Riyadh to Al Duwadimi.
Djokovic struggles to end Prizmic's rebellion
Novak Djokovic experienced a challenging start at the Australian Open, initially taking the lead but then facing strong competition from the young Croatian player Dino Prizmic. Despite a promising start, Djokovic was surprised by Prizmic's high level of play, which included winning a tie-break and showing resilience throughout the match. Djokovic eventually won after four hours, with Prizmic earning an unforgettable ovation.
Saudi Arabia refuses to be a golden cage and demands performance from stars like Benzema
Saudi Arabia is determined to elevate its football league and is not content with being a mere 'golden cage' for international stars. Despite the criticism of Karim Benzema's performance at Al-Ittihad and his absence from a team event in Dubai, the country is investing heavily in its league. The Saudi Pro League plans to increase foreign player slots and is encouraging private investment to take over from the Public Investment Fund. The league's ambition is to be in the top 10 worldwide, and despite cultural challenges, the expectation is to win, as demonstrated by the dissatisfaction with Benzema's performance and the potential early contract terminations by players like Henderson and Firmino.
Sainz finishes second and Schareina drops out of the Dakar in the first stage after suffering a fall
Carlos Sainz finished second in the first stage of the Dakar 2024, showcasing his skill on the Arabian terrain and gaining a significant time advantage over other favorites. Despite starting from the 48th position, Sainz and his co-driver Lucas Cruz ended up just 1 minute and 44 seconds behind the stage winner, Guillaume de Mevius of Overdrive Racing. The stage was marked by several unexpected events, including a delayed start due to an injured spectator. Spanish rider Tosha Schareina, who had won the prologue the previous day, was forced to retire after a fall at kilometer 240, injuring his arm. The stage covered 541 kilometers, with 414 being timed, between Al Ula and Al Henakiyah in Saudi Arabia.
Mário Lobo Zagallo, Brazilian football legend, dies at 92
Mário Jorge Lobo Zagallo, a Brazilian football legend who won the World Cup four times as a player, coach, and coordinator, has passed away at the age of 92. Known as 'Viejo Lobo', Zagallo was celebrated for his contributions to Brazilian football, playing as a forward for Flamengo and Botafogo and leaving behind a legacy of devotion to family and country.
‘Taronja’ Pride and Controversial Defeat
Valencia Basket displayed determination and effort until the last second in a game against Panathinaikos BC, but faced a controversial and undeserved 81-82 defeat due to a debatable foul called on Davies against Lessort. The match was intense, with Valencia Basket having the opportunity to climb to the sixth place in the standings, but the loss kept them in the fight with top-tier teams. Despite the defeat, the team's spirit and hard work were evident, especially in a game where the free throw count was significantly in favor of the visitors.
Eurogroup Head Expects Euro Area to Grow Around 1% This Year
Eurogroup President Paschal Donohoe expects the euro-area economy to grow by approximately 1% in 2024, despite high inflation and the war in Ukraine. Germany's economy contracted in 2023, but narrowly avoided a recession. Concerns persist about Germany's economic prospects, with the OECD forecasting a 0.6% growth, one of the slowest in the G20. The European Central Bank aims for a 2% inflation target, while China's growth is expected to slow in the fourth quarter despite meeting its annual goal.
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