David Cantero and Marta Pintanel defend their victory in Fuente Álamo

The Villa de Fuente Álamo International Triathlon 2026 will take place this Saturday, May 2nd, with an elite qualifying race for the 2026 Spanish Triathlon Championship.

The Murcia event once again brings together a large part of the national triathlon scene in an edition with a strong competitive presence and two prominent names at the starting line: David cantero y Marta Pintanel, both of University of Alicante, who arrive as defenders of the victory achieved in 2025.

El Villa de Fuente Álamo International Triathlon – Pujante Grand Prix will hold its Edition 34 With a day expected to draw close to a thousand registered participants across popular races, age group events, and elite races. The qualifying rounds are expected to see a significant number of entries. 100 triathletes in the male category y 76 in the female category.

The elite women's race will begin at 16:45h, while the men's start is scheduled for 17:00h.

Fuente Álamo opens a key phase of the national calendar

Fuente Álamo is not just another race on the Spanish calendar. Its course, its history, and the atmosphere it generates each year have made it one of the most distinctive events in the national triathlon scene.

The race maintains its traditional format, starting from the Rihuete Beach, in Mazarrón, and goal in the Western Ring Road of Fuente ÁlamoThis movement between municipalities is part of the personality of a race known for its difficulty, the role of the public, and the work of its volunteers.

In this edition, the sporting value increases by including the elite qualifying race for the 2026 Spanish Triathlon ChampionshipThis makes Fuente Álamo an important first hurdle for many of the best national distance specialists.

Marta Pintanel seeks another victory in a very open race

In the female category, Marta Pintanel She starts as one of the great role models. The triathlete from University of Alicante arrives as winner of the last two editions and will seek to maintain its dominance in a race that rarely gives anything away.

His swimming ability could once again set the tone for the race, although the subsequent outcome will largely depend on how the group forms on the bike. If the initial advantage isn't consolidated before T2, the run could lead to a very close finish.

Among its main rivals are Noelia Juan, Marina Muñoz, Maria Alzaga y Lucia PiñónProfiles with the potential to finish strong in the final 5 kilometers. It's also worth following triathletes like María Varo, Miriam Andreu, Alba Nunez y Carla Martinez, who can enter the fight for the top positions.

David Cantero, favorite to secure his third consecutive Fuente Álamo title

The men's event will have as its main reference point... David canteroThe Valencian arrives in Fuente Álamo with the option of adding his third consecutive victory in a career where he has already shown he knows how to move well in decisive moments.

Cantero comes from a period of high visibility within Spanish triathlon and starts as the one to beat. Even so, the men's field is strong enough that the race won't be decided solely by name or past achievements.

Hector Tolsá, Eloy Canales y Andrew Hilary They arrive after competing in the Torremolinos European Cup 2026This race provided positive feedback for several Spanish triathletes. That recent competitive edge could prove crucial in a fast, demanding race with little room for error.

Also in the running will be names like Edu Blanco, Julen Andueza, Álex Pla, Albert Garcia, the representatives of the CAR Soriano and the young Jonay Álvarez y Arcadi SalaThe men's Top 5 is particularly expensive.

An edition that gives prominence to volunteers

The official presentation of the event was held at the facilities of Regional Rural Savings Bank, with the presence of institutional representatives, sponsors, the organization and residents of the municipality.

One of the most special elements of this edition will be the official poster for the 34th edition, dedicated to the role of the more than 300 volunteers that make the event possible. The image pays tribute to the spirit of overcoming adversity, dedication, and camaraderie that surrounds Fuente Álamo every year.

The design was developed by two members of the organizing committee, with the notable participation of MC, an ALS patient, who has contributed her creativity to an image with strong symbolic value for the organization.

Main schedules

Fuente Álamo will once again function this Saturday as a benchmark to measure the form of the main national triathletes at the start of an important phase of the Spanish calendar.