Spain Sets Historic Records at 2025 Bobsleigh World Championships

The stage is set for the 2025 World Bobsleigh and Skeleton Championship, kicking off tomorrow in Lake Placid, USA, where the international elite will gather to showcase their skills over the next four days. This highly anticipated event promises to be a thrilling spectacle, with top talents from around the globe competing in two of the most exhilarating Olympic sports.

As the world’s best athletes prepare to take on the challenging Mt. Van Hoevenberg Combination Bobsled, Skeleton & Luge Track, the Spanish team is gearing up to make its mark. The team will be represented by Adrián Rodríguez (28), Clara Aznar (18), and Ana Torres-Quevedo (23) in skeleton, while Leanna García (29) will fly the flag in the individual bobsleigh event, also known as the monobob. This lineup is particularly significant for Spain, marking several milestones: it boasts a record number of total participants (3) and female competitors (2) in the Skeleton World Championship, and García will make history as the country’s first-ever competitor in the monobob event. Furthermore, this will be the first time Spain has been represented in bobsleigh at a World Championship since 1971, a year marred by the tragic accident involving Geni Baturone and Luis López Solanes during training. Additionally, this championship will witness a historic coincidence – the simultaneous participation of qualified pilots in both skeleton and bobsleigh events.

For seasoned athletes Adrián Rodríguez and Ana Torres-Quevedo, this will be their third World Championship appearance, with their best results to date being 25th and 26th place in individual events, and 18th in the mixed competition. On the other hand, Clara Aznar and Leanna García are set to make their debut at the IBSF’s premier international event of the season, bringing a fresh wave of enthusiasm and talent to the table. As the competition heats up, all eyes will be on these talented athletes, eager to see how they will navigate the demanding track and make their country proud.

Key facts about the Spanish team:

• Record number of participants (3) and female competitors (2) in the Skeleton World Championship
• First-ever competitor in the monobob event
• First bobsleigh representation at a World Championship since 1971
• Historic coincidence of qualified pilots in both skeleton and bobsleigh events

With the stage set and the athletes ready, the 2025 World Bobsleigh and Skeleton Championship is poised to be an unforgettable experience, filled with thrilling moments, personal bests, and possibly, a few surprises along the way. As the world watches, the Spanish team is all set to make its mark, driven by passion, dedication, and a fierce competitive spirit.