The phrase ‘Objet de vertu’ perfectly befits this Nicola Barra ‘Barralumin’ bicycle from 1954/55. This evocative term, used to describe an item prized for its artistic merit, fine craftsmanship, and rarity, reflects the relentless drive of Parisian constructeur Barra to push bicycle innovation to the extreme, both structurally and aesthetically.Active…

Abel Sanchez leans toward Teofimo Lopez over Ryan Garcia, pointing out that Conor Benn arrived in no condition to give anyone a real gauge of Ryan’s welterweight potential. Last Saturday, Ryan looked rapid, explosive, and settled at 147 pounds during his two-round demolition of Benn. Still, Benn basically walked into…

Aljamain Sterling wants to leave no doubt as to who is the next featherweight title challenger.On Saturday, Jean Silva made it two in a row, knocking out Jose Miguel Delgado in the main event of this year’s Noche UFC event. Afterward, Silva called for a shot at the winner of…

By Alex Molina / amolina@eurohoops.net Joel Parra is undoubtedly a key figure for Barça. The Spanish international was the only player on the roster to have his contract renewed—a clear sign of the club’s confidence in him—and his performance on the court has been exemplary; he delivered a Catalan League campaign that…