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Pau Ribas Announces Retirement After 20-Year Basketball Career

The Joventut Badalona captain cites injuries as the reason for ending his illustrious career at the conclusion of the 2024–25 season.

Pau Ribas pondrá punto final a su carrera profesional al término de la temporada
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Overview

  • Pau Ribas, 38, confirmed his retirement in a heartfelt Catalan video shared on Joventut Badalona's social media platforms.
  • Ribas played for top Spanish clubs including Joventut, Baskonia, Valencia, and Barcelona, amassing numerous domestic and international titles.
  • His career highlights include three Copa del Rey victories, two ULEB Eurocups, and gold medals at EuroBasket 2015 and the 2019 FIBA World Cup with Spain.
  • Despite holding a contract through 2026, Ribas cited injuries over the past two seasons as the reason for stepping away early.
  • A product of Joventut’s academy, Ribas emphasized his deep connection to his hometown club and the sport in his farewell message.