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German sports presenter Laura Wontorra (37) has posted romantic beach photos with her new boyfriend, Sky host Riccardo Basile (34), from the Hamptons in New York. The couple, who have known each other for years, went public with their relationship in early July 2026 after keeping it private for several months. Wontorra's Instagram post, featuring the couple cuddling on the beach with Basile shirtless and Wontorra in an Adidas hoodie with a 1994 World Cup print, received enthusiastic reactions from her 600,000 followers. Prominent figures including model Lena Gercke and host Frauke Ludowig commented with praise and heart emojis. The article notes that the couple's relationship was first reported exclusively by BILD in May 2026, and that sparks reportedly flew at BILD's 'Place to B' party in February 2026. The news comes as England faces Argentina in a World Cup semifinal, a match Wontorra is set to host for MagentaTV.
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The couple is truly unwinding together. Today, England faces Argentina for a spot in the World Cup final (9 PM / ARD / MagentaTV / BILD live ticker). Back in action for Magenta: host Laura Wontorra (37). Before the match, she posted several photos from the Hamptons on her Instagram account. With her: her new boyfriend, Sky host Riccardo Basile (34).
In a selfie on the beach, the two look completely in love – Basile has his arm around Wontorra, who nestles up to her partner with a smile. The host is stylish as usual, wearing an Adidas hoodie with a striking 1994 World Cup print. Riccardo Basile sunbathes shirtless, showing off his arm tattoo.
Laura Wontorra writes about the photos: "Lobster, cookies, sunsets, and Sylt vibes." Fan favorite Laura Wontorra has over 600,000 followers on Instagram – and they are thrilled with the lovey-dovey photos. Several prominent figures also commented on the post:
- Model Lena Gercke (38): "You're glowing."
- Host Frauke Ludowig (62) and Palina Rojinski (41): Commented with heart emojis.
Wontorra and Basile Have Known Each Other for Years
Only at the beginning of July did Wontorra first post joint photos on Instagram. In an Insta-story, she was seen in a mirror selfie high above the streets of New York – Basile casually with his hands in his pockets next to her. Shortly after, Wontorra posted joint photos from Los Angeles.
"Love is in the air" – Laura Wontorra and Riccardo Basile (Photo: instagram.com/laurawontorra)
So far, Wontorra and Basile – aside from the small glimpses on Instagram – are not revealing any details about their relationship. There is no official love statement from either of them yet. They are said to have been a couple since the beginning of the year, but have known each other for many years. BILD exclusively reported on the relationship at the end of May.
Source: MagentaTV | July 14, 2026
Basile was already a co-host on "Wontorra – der Fußball Talk," which Laura's father Jörg Wontorra (77) used to host. They kept their relationship out of the public eye for several months. The first sparks flew as early as February 2026 at BILD's big "Place to B" party.
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German TV Host Laura Wontorra Publicly Introduces New Boyfriend Riccardo Basile