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Rafael Nadal's farewell at the Davis Cup: When he'll play, how to watch on TV and more to know

Nov. 17, 2024 11:50 AM EST

MALAGA, Spain (AP) — Rafael Nadal is getting set to retire from professional tennis after one last event: He will be part of Spain's team at the Davis Cup finals that start Tuesday in front of a home crowd in Malaga. The 38-year-old Nadal has been on tour for more than 20 years and...

Alcaraz misses out as Zverev and Ruud complete semifinal field at ATP Finals

Nov. 15, 2024 17:30 PM EST

TURIN, Italy (AP) — Carlos Alcaraz was the big name missing when the last two semifinal spots were filled at the ATP Finals on Friday. Alcaraz's 7-6 (5), 6-4 loss to Alexander Zverev meant the French Open and Wimbledon champion — who has been sick this week — was eliminated...

Swiatek helps Poland oust host Spain from Billie Jean King Cup Finals, Britain beats Germany

Nov. 15, 2024 16:51 PM EST

MALAGA, Spain (AP) — Poland's Iga Swiatek beat home favorite Paula Badosa of Spain to knock out the host of the Billie Jean King Cup Finals in the opening round on Friday, while Britain eliminated Germany. The world No. 2 Swiatek sealed Poland's spot in the quarterfinals against...

Spanish regional leader admits mistakes made in flood response, but refuses to step down

Nov. 15, 2024 15:21 PM EST

MADRID (AP) — The Spanish regional leader facing immense pressure for his handling of the catastrophic Valencia floods last month defied calls to step down Friday, but conceded that authorities made mistakes in their response to the disaster. More than 220 people were killed from...

At least 10 killed in nursing home fire in Spain

Nov. 15, 2024 03:07 AM EST
MADRID (AP) — At least 10 killed in nursing home fire in Spain.

Florida man's US charges upgraded to killing his estranged wife in Spain

Nov. 14, 2024 13:49 PM EST

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — A Florida businessman already charged with kidnapping his estranged wife in Spain is facing new U.S. charges that he killed her. A federal grand jury in South Florida on Wednesday charged David Knezevich in a superseding indictment with kidnapping...

New storms and flooding threaten Spain's hard-hit Valencia again

Nov. 13, 2024 20:13 PM EST

MADRID (AP) — New storms in Spain caused school closures and train cancellations on Wednesday, two weeks after flash floods in Valencia and other parts of the country killed more than 220 people and destroyed thousands of homes. Coastal areas of Valencia were placed under the...

Roma and Lyon fight for group lead in Women's Champion league and high-scoring Chelsea is at Celtic

Nov. 11, 2024 13:39 PM EST

Eight-time champion Lyon and Italian upstart Roma both have perfect records going into their Women's Champions League meeting that highlights the third round of matches this week. While five teams — including Mancester City, Chelsea and Bayern Munich — have won their two opening...

AP PHOTOS: Death by water, burial by mud. Images of Spain's floods of the century

Nov. 10, 2024 00:38 AM EST

BARCELONA, Spain (AP) — Twelve days have passed since catastrophic flash floods carved a muddy scar through eastern Spain, killing over 200 people and soiling the homes of thousands more. Apocalyptic scenes documented by The Associated Press photographers speak to the terrifying...

A research boat will scan the seabed to help search for those missing in Spain's floods

Nov. 08, 2024 11:43 AM EST

BARCELONA, Spain (AP) — A Spanish research vessel that investigates marine ecosystems has been abruptly diverted from its usual task to take on a new job: Helping in the increasingly desperate search for the missing from Spain’s floods. The 24 crew members aboard the Ramón...