Unprecedented Success for Palencia in Torrevieja Championships

The picturesque coastal city of Torrevieja, located in Alicante, was the vibrant‍ backdrop for an‍ exhilarating three-in-one sporting event that captivated fans and athletes alike. The city hosted the⁤ XIII ‍Spanish Open, the ⁤VI European Cup, and‍ the Youth, Junior & Absolute Spanish Championships in Lifesaving and Lifeguarding. This year’s competition attracted an extraordinary total of 565 athletes from four different ⁤countries, all competing at the Municipal Sports City Pool.

Among the competitors was the Club Deportivo oca SOS from Palencia, wich‍ made a remarkable splash. The team ‍brought home a total of five​ medals, showcasing the extraordinary talent​ and determination of its athletes.

Medal Highlights from ‍the Championships

The achievements ‍of the Palencia team were nothing short of breathtaking, especially‌ from ⁤standout athlete Sandra Santos ⁣Martínez. Here’s a closer look at her ​impressive performance and contributions:

• Sandra Santos martínez:

– Gold ‍medals:
– 200 meters obstacle swimming
– 50 meters manikin tow
– 100 meters combination rescue
– Remarkably, Sandra not only excelled⁣ in the youth category but ​also qualified for⁣ the absolute finals in all three events, demonstrating⁢ her prowess beyond her ‌age group.

• Lola Alonso Peral:

-⁢ Silver Medal:
– 100 meters combination rescue
– Also competed in:
‍ ⁢- 50 meters manikin tow ‌(7th place)
– 200 meters super⁢ lifeguard ‌(11th​ place)

• Marcos ‍San José González:

– bronze Medal: ‌
– 200 meters obstacle swimming
– Notably, he set⁢ regional junior and absolute records ‍with an amazing ⁢time of 2:02.66.

The Palencia​ athletes also included Frechilla, Marcos, Sergio, Lucas, Emma, and Lidia Santos, all of whom improved their⁣ personal times during the competition, further showcasing the ⁤growing strength of the team.

Overall Championships Performance

The five medals awarded to the Palencia team contributed ⁣substantially to⁤ the overall success of‌ the Castilla y León delegation ​at ⁢the championships, which concluded with:

• Total Medals: ⁢34

– Gold: 14
-⁢ Silver: 11
– Bronze: 9

• Records: 6 national records and 21 regional records were⁣ established, with 11 set in individual‌ events and 10 in ​relays, including a notable record by Palencia’s Marcos San José.

The event ⁣not only showcased the competitive spirit of the athletes ‍but also reinforced the‌ region’s status​ as​ a powerhouse in the realm of lifesaving and ‍lifeguarding sports.

For more detailed facts⁣ on‌ the event‍ and results,you ⁣can visit the source ⁢at Diario Palentino.