MADRID (AP) — A small sport popular in Spain’s northern Basque Country has stirred up a political controversy that triggered court action and fanned the region's long-held feelings of nationalism.

“Here, each village was its own universe, cut off from everywhere,” says Bernardo Atxaga. “San Sebastian is only a short drive away these days, but back then it was like another world.” Atxaga is one ...

Sergio Higuita (Bora Hansgrohe) kicked to victory Friday in stage 5 at the Itzulia Basque Country in a reduced bunch sprint for his first victory in 2023. Late-stage climbs split the bunch, with ...

A niche sport with roots in Spain’s Basque Country has become embroiled in political controversy, sparking court action and igniting nationalist sentiments in the region. The dispute arose after the ...

Basque sports are an integral part of Basque identity. Springing from the traditional activities of day-to-day farming and fishing life, the competitive nature of Basque people created a series of ...

Les demi-finales du championnat du Pays basque main nue Elite amateurs place libre, sont à l’affiche ce vendredi et samedi ...

Women lifted heavy stones up to their shoulders and swung axes during the Women's Championship of Herri-Kirolak - or Basque sports - as a new generation aims to change attitudes in the traditionally ...

CC0 Usage Conditions ApplyClick for more information. Basque sports are an integral part of Basque identity. Springing from the traditional activities of day-to-day farming and fishing life, the ...