🇪🇸 Spain sets course for Paraguay: seven chosen to fight for the world

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The Royal Spanish Skating Federation officially announced on August 14 the Spanish Speed Skating national team that will travel to Paraguay for the 2026 World Championships. National coach Garikoitz Lerga selected seven skaters: Paula Rodriguez (San Juan Donibane, Junior F), Carla Plana (Nastic Tarragona, Junior F), Iker Bretón (Ciudad del Turia, Junior M), Aura Quintana (Desliza Vitoria, Senior F), Manu Taibo (scd Rabadeira, Senior M), Patxi Peula (Desliza Vitoria, Senior M), and Chevi Guzmán (Celta Patin, Senior M). The team arrives after a season in which it demonstrated elite international level, with the recent European Championship confirming its ability to compete against the continent's major powers. The World Championships will take place in Asunción as part of the World Skate Games 2026, scheduled for October 2–18, bringing together top international figures in roller sports across multiple world championships and disciplines. The source describes the selection as aiming to compete, excite, and make history, noting the support of clubs, coaches, families, and teammates behind each result. Rollerzone.es states it will continue covering the team's path to Paraguay 2026.