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Domingo Álvarez Febles, Pioneering Canarian Sports Journalist, Dies at 60

Álvarez, who covered six Olympic Games and led RTVE Canarias, passed away in Santa Cruz de Tenerife after battling stomach cancer.

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Overview

  • Domingo Álvarez Febles began his career in 1980 at Radio Juventud de Canarias before rising to national prominence at Radio Nacional de España (RNE).
  • He served as a special envoy for RNE at six Olympic Games, from Barcelona 1992 to London 2012, narrating key moments in sports history.
  • Álvarez held leadership roles as director of RNE Canarias (2009–2012) and RTVE Canarias (2014–2022), shaping regional public broadcasting.
  • He also contributed to television programs such as Estadio 7 and Marcador Canario in the Canary Islands, alongside national formats like Estudio Estadio.
  • His passing on April 27, 2025, prompted widespread tributes from colleagues, sports clubs, and media, honoring his legacy in sports journalism.