Tenerife 2025 Triathlon European Cup Preview: Spain looks to close out the year with another performance.
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El calendar The international triathlon championship is approaching its final stretch, and Spain will once again be the protagonist this weekend with the first edition of the Tenerife–Santa Cruz European Cup, a date that promises strong emotions after the spectacular double double achieved in Ceuta just a few days ago.
The test will be played this Sunday October 12 with sprint distance, with a tour that includes a single lap swimming, flat four-turn cycling along the promenade and a two-lap foot race next to the port of the capital of Tenerife.
A perfect combination for fast and technical triathletes, where every transition can make a difference.
71 men at the start with 13 Spaniards ready for the podium
In the men's category there will be 71 participants, entre ellos 13 Spanish with real options to be on the podium. Vicente Hernández, the great Canarian and local reference of the test, starts as one of the favorites to win.
The Tenerife native arrives motivated after his strong performance in Ceuta and with the home advantage on his side.
Along with him, names such as Genis Grau, Kevin Viñuela, Pelayo Gonzalez, Jarno Pousada, Pau Noguera, Andrew Hilary, Andres Prieto o Eduardo Blanco, all capable of fighting for positions of honor.
We will also have to take into account other Spaniards in great shape such as jesus candle, Juan González, Adrián Martínez y Julen Andueza, who could cause a surprise from the chasing group.
But the most serious threat to ours will be the French louis vitello, recent winner in Ceuta, who arrives with a strong and confident spirit. His compatriot Paul Georgenthum, gold medallist at the European Cup in Wels, is also one of the big names to watch.
69 women and a Spanish army with 15 triathletes
The women's category will have 69 participants, of which 15 will be Spanish, a fact that reflects the good health of the national triathlon.
The main assets are again Sara Guerrero, which comes from an outstanding Top-10 in the World Cup in Rome, and Ana Carballo, the newly crowned champion in Ceuta. Both are in great form and have a clear chance of fighting for gold.
The great rival to beat will be the Austrian Carina is enough, the winner in Rome, who is the international favorite. Alongside her are renowned triathletes such as the German Anabel knoll, the Italian Carlotta Missaglia and French Mathilde Gautier complete a top-level lineup.
On the Spanish side, the presence of Natalie Castro (third in Ceuta) and Marina Muñoz (fourth in that same event) adds even more medal possibilities.
They will also be Cecilia Santamaría, Maite Jiménez-Orta, Maria Barcelo, Gemma Frigola, Sarah Moreno, Irenal Arenal, Miriam Andreu, Clara Aulinas, Ana Maria Santiso, Raquel Arostegui y Nuria Noguera, all with experience and eager to close the season with a great result.
A special date for Vicente Hernández
La European Cup in Tenerife It has a special meaning: it will be a tribute to the Tenerife triathlete Vicente Hernández, considered the best Canarian triathlete in history. Racing at home, with the support of his fans, will turn the day into a celebration for the national triathlon.
The organization expects a very open race, similar in level to Ceuta, and it is not ruled out seeing several Spaniards again in the Top-10 both male and female.
With this event, Spain will close out its international short-distance calendar, making it clear that the future of national triathlon is more alive than ever.
