Spanish fencer Yulen Pereira demands DNA test. 'He's my son, my clone'

Spanish épée fencer Yulen Pereira has demanded a DNA test to confirm the paternity of his ex-partner Jeimy Báez's child. The information about the athlete's claims was revealed by the woman herself, known in Spanish media as the former partner of Carlo Costanzia, during an appearance on the program El tiempo justo. Pereira, a European Championships medalist, confirmed these reports, arguing that the test is a necessary legal step to officially recognize the child and regulate his status as the father. The fencer simultaneously refutes accusations of a lack of trust, emphasizing that his intention is to fully participate in his son's life. épée fencer noted that formal confirmation of blood ties will allow him to effectively enforce his parental rights in court.

The conflict between the former partners has taken the form of a public exchange of accusations regarding the care of the newborn and each other's intentions. Jeimy Báez accused the athlete of being motivated by a desire to obtain privileges without taking on the responsibility of raising the child. Pereira categorically denied these claims, accusing the woman of lies and deliberately hindering his contact with the infant. The athlete publicly declared his certainty about paternity, using emotional phrasing regarding the child's physical resemblance to himself. „Es mi hijo, es un clon mío” (He's my son, he's my clone) — Yulen Pereira via 20 minutos From Jeimy Báez's perspective, the demand for a DNA test is merely an attempt to undermine her credibility and delay matters related to child support. „Quiere derechos y no obligaciones” (He wants rights and no obligations) — Jeimy Báez via 20 minutos

The case is attracting public interest due to Pereira's status as a top Spanish athlete and Báez's previous connections to celebrity circles. Yulen Pereira, the son of world champion Manuel Pereira, has represented Spain on the international stage for years, winning medals in team tournaments. The current legal dispute could affect his public image, especially in the context of accusations of avoiding parental duties. Yulen Pereira is a decorated Spanish épée fencer who has won European Championship medals in 2014 and 2024 in the team event. He is the son of Manuel Pereira, a legendary fencer and 1989 world champion. In recent years, Pereira has gained recognition outside of sports through participation in reality shows and high-profile relationships with media personalities.

Paternity dispute timeline: March 10, 2026 — Revelation of the demand; March 11, 2026 — Pereira's response; March 12, 2026 — Clarification of motivation