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TRAGEDY IN MOTOCROSS: SPANISH RISING STAR ENZO BADENAS DIES AT 17 SHOCKS CETDM

Enzo Badenas, 17, a rising star and Spanish 85cc Champion, died in a training accident at Red Sand Park. His death has shocked the European motocross community.

Tragedy in Motocross: Spanish Rising Star Enzo Badenas Dies at 17 Shocks CETDM
Top Rider Badenas Killed in Private Training Accident

Enzo Badenas, a 17-year-old Spanish motocross racer, passed away after a training crash in Spain. (Image via Getty)

Enzo Badenas, a promising 17-year-old motocross rider from Spain, died after an accident during a private training session in Spain. He was badly hurt on Sunday, December 7, while practising at a motocross track.

The motorsport world is shocked by his sudden death, as many struggle with the loss of such a young and talented racer. The Specialised Centre for Motor Sports Technification (CETDM) shared the news of Enzo Badenas’s death on Instagram. The training centre shared that the teenager had a serious accident during practice. Sadly, he didn't make it.

How Enzo Badenas Died During Training in Castellón

The accident happened at the Red Sand Park circuit in Castellón, in eastern Spain, according to Spanish news sources La Razón and Las Provincias. Enzo Badenas was in a private training session when the crash happened on Sunday, December 7. Officials haven't released any more details about what caused the accident. CETDM, which works with young riders, shared a message expressing their sadness.

“The Ricardo Tormo Circuit Technification Centre is shocked by this news,” they said. “Everyone here sends love and support to Enzo’s family, friends, teammates, and everyone who knew him.” Enzo Badenas joined CETDM in 2023 after winning the Spanish 85cc Motocross Championship the year before. He was quickly known for his hard work and constant progress. Coaches and teammates considered him one of Spain's top up-and-coming motocross stars.

On Monday, December 8, Enzo Badenas’s family posted a message on his Instagram account. They said that his wake would be on Wednesday, December 10, at 1:00 p.m., followed by a funeral mass at 6:00 p.m. The service will be held at the Monduver Funeral Home in Gandía, Spain. “We feel all your love and support, and I’m sure Enzo does too,” his family wrote. They also said Enzo would have wanted to see all the messages.

Enzo Badenas competed in several national and international races, including the European Championship, as part of the Spanish motocross program. CETDM said that he showed great personal growth during his short career and earned many podium finishes and wins. The motocross community is mourning the death of Enzo Badenas, and tributes are pouring in. Also, Read: Conor McGregor vs. Islam Makhachev Net Worth in 2025: Who Has More Power, Money, Unfinished Business, UFC Legacy, and More

WARRIORS' NEW DYNAMIC: STEVE KERR EXPLAINS HOW PAT SPENCER FITS WITH STEPH CURRY BACK

Warriors coach Steve Kerr confirmed Pat Spencer's excellent play (13.6 PPG, 59% FG) guarantees him minutes, even with Steph Curry returning to the backcourt rotation.

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Warriors Must Keep Playing Pat Spencer, Even with Steph's Return

The Golden State Warriors may have found a gem in guard Pat Spencer while Steph Curry was out. It sounds like they plan to keep him in the mix.

Coach Steve Kerr talked on Tuesday about how Spencer will fit in now that Curry is back.

"I'm not going to cut his minutes completely," Kerr said about Spencer on the Willard & Dibs show on Tuesday, December 9. I plan to play him with Steph some. We'll see how it goes. It will depend on who we're playing, how well we defend, and which three guys we put out there with them. It's something we still need to figure out.”

Kerr added, But with how Pat is playing and how he’s helping us win and bringing a competitive attitude to the team. I have to keep playing him. We’re winning, and he’s a big reason why.

Spencer has played well in the 5 games since Curry got hurt.

Curry hurt his quadriceps against the Houston Rockets on November 26. He’s scheduled to be back on Friday, December 12, at home against the Minnesota Timberwolves.

In those five games without Curry, the Warriors went 3-2. Spencer started in the last two wins.

In those five games, Spencer played about 23 minutes each night. He averaged 13.6 points, 4.8 assists, and 3.6 rebounds, plus almost one steal per game. He shot nearly 60% from the field and almost 67% from three on around two attempts a game.

The Warriors are now 13-12 for the season and are currently eighth in the Western Conference.

Draymond Green will practice before the Warriors' next game.

Curry is coming back on Friday after the team had five days off because they didn't make the NBA Cup tournament. Draymond Green, Curry's longtime teammate, is still uncertain.

Green has missed the last two games with a foot injury. Kerr hoped Green might return on Friday, but he doesn't have enough info yet.

Kerr said, "He's supposed to practice [Wednesday] and scrimmage [Thursday]." Afterwards, we'll know more about how close he is to coming back. I don't know yet if he'll be able to play on Friday.

After a three-game road trip in the East, the Warriors play one home game before going back on the road for two games out West. Golden State plays the Portland Trail Blazers on December 14 and then the Phoenix Suns on December 18.

"HE LOOKS GOOD OUT THERE":LEBRON JAMES PROUDLY PRAISES BRONNY'S NBA IMPROVEMENT

LeBron admits balancing team leadership with advising Bronny is hard, but says the young Laker star must experience challenges to reach his full potential.

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LeBron Explains The Tricky Balance of Mentoring Bronny as a Teammate.

LeBron James missed training camp and the first 14 games this season—a first for him. All he could do was watch.

He got to see the Lakers start strong at 10-4, and he watched Bronny James grow as a player.

Bronny stood out in the Summer League in Las Vegas. When the season started, he even started a game against the Bucks. One of his best games was against the Hawks, where he shot 4-6 and scored 9 points.

LeBron talked about how much he enjoys watching Bronny improve on his “Mind The Game” podcast.

“It’s been great, as a father and someone who loves the game, to see him build on what he did in the G League, get comfortable, and then do even better in the Summer League. Now, when he gets his chances this year, he just looks good out there. Young players get better with more time on the court.

“You pick up the little things, and you get used to the speed and strength of the game. I was really proud of him in those games when Luka, AR, or Marcus was out. He played well at home and then had a tough back-to-back in Portland and did it again. That’s what the NBA is all about.”

Every player's path is different, but Bronny's is unique. As part of the first father-son duo in the NBA, he's under a huge spotlight, especially as a late second-round pick.

He seems to handle it well, though he admitted the pressure got to him at first. Now that things have calmed down, he can focus on his game.

Even with less media attention, Bronny’s situation is still special. His dad is not just his coworker but also one of the best to ever play the game.

Bronny can’t change that. LeBron has to figure out how to handle it, as he mentioned on the podcast.

“It’s a tricky balance. During practice and games, I’m a leader on the team. But we also have time where I can give him advice based on what I see. He has to go his own way, and I can share what I’ve learned, but he needs to experience things for himself. Going through those challenges will teach him the most.”

Despite some concerns about the LeBron-Bronny dynamic, it hasn’t been a problem.

Bronny is getting better and looks more comfortable in NBA games. The Lakers are one of the top teams in the West, so it’s tough for him to get consistent playing time. Still, he’s ready, and he’ll get his chance when injuries happen.

If Bronny keeps working hard and improving, he’ll reach his full potential, and that’s what matters most.

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