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Severe Floods in Spain Lead to Sports Event Postponements

Widespread flooding in Valencia has resulted in the rescheduling of major football and basketball matches.

  • The Spanish Football Federation has postponed several Copa del Rey matches due to heavy flooding in Valencia.
  • The Euroleague has also delayed a Eurocup basketball game between Valencia Basket and Lietkabelis Panevezys.
  • The floods have claimed at least 72 lives, prompting local authorities to urge residents to move to higher ground.
  • Valencia's regional president, Carlos Mazón, has issued warnings and expressed condolences to those affected.
  • No new dates have been set for the postponed sports events as the region deals with the aftermath of the disaster.
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