Iñaki Urdangarin

Iñaki Urdangarin, born on January 15, 1968, is a retired Spanish handball player who transitioned into entrepreneurship. He gained prominence not only for his athletic prowess but also for his marriage to Infanta Cristina, the younger daughter of King Juan Carlos and Queen Sofía, making him a notable figure in Spanish royalty.

Urdangarin's life took a dramatic turn when he became embroiled in the Nóos case, a significant political corruption scandal. He was found guilty of embezzling approximately six million euros in public funds intended for sporting events through his nonprofit foundation, which he established in 2004. His misuse of the courtesy title of Duke of Palma de Mallorca, a title he held as the husband of Infanta Cristina, further compounded the legal issues he faced.

In June 2018, Urdangarin was sentenced to five years and ten months in prison for his crimes. Initially incarcerated in Ávila, he has since been on supervised release as of 2021. This chapter of his life has significantly impacted his public image and legacy.