The final stretch of the season has arrived for Basque sports, with cycling, basketball, and football immersed in high-stakes weeks. According to the analysis on the 'Deportes COPE Euskadi' program, only eight matches remain until the league concludes, and teams are making every effort to achieve their goals.

Cycling has returned to Basque roads with the start of the Itzulia Basque Country. The young French rider Paul Seixas, just 19 years old, caused a surprise by becoming the first leader after winning the demanding inaugural time trial in Bilbao. The best local cyclist was Pello Bilbao, 53 seconds behind. According to Rubén Berazategui's analysis, Seixas is now "the main favorite," while Juan Ayuso was affected by the wind and a recent fall. Despite the Frenchman's lead, Berazategui warns that the Itzulia "cannot be said to be decided" and that the climb to Aralar will test the strongest riders.

In basketball, Baskonia faces a crucial Euroleague match against Maccabi behind closed doors. Despite numerous absences, the team has won five of its last six games, and coach Pablo Galbiati hopes to give some minutes to the recovered Howard. Meanwhile, Bilbao Basket plays the second leg of the FIBA EuroCup semifinals with a 17-point advantage. Coach Ponsarnau has highlighted the team's high level in Europe but reminded them that "in decisive moments, you have to win that game".

In football, Real Sociedad is experiencing a moment of optimism, combining preparations for the Copa del Rey final with the goal of securing European qualification in La Liga. Coach Matarazzo has shown ambition regarding the team's possibilities. Deportivo Alavés is immersed in the fight for survival after earning a point against Osasuna. Coach Quique Sánchez Flores has expressed concern about defensive fragility, admitting that "we lack many hours of training" to consolidate the team. Meanwhile, Athletic Club is resting with its objectives in mind, although coach Ernesto Valverde has been cautious. He acknowledged the team's inconsistency, especially away from home, and noted that they must regain their ambition. Finally, Eibar seeks to rejoin the promotion fight, and Sanse has suffered its fourth consecutive defeat.