It’s pretty interesting to see how Spain has a taste for confrontation – you’re either a fan of El Revolt or El Hormiguero, and that’s that. Same goes for cities, bullfighters, and political parties. But let’s not get into all that. What’s worth applauding is that both programs are leading the TV audience rankings, and they’re doing a great job for Spanish sports by featuring a wide range of athletes as star guests and showing them in a positive light. That means they’re not just focusing on football and its eternal controversies – something our great-grandparents were already dealing with.
Pablo Motorcycles was one of the first to do this, and when David Broncano came on the scene, he continued in the same vein. Nowadays, we can count on athletes from various sports appearing on the shows almost every week. Of course, football players are still a big part of it, but the tone is different – it’s all about having fun and enjoying the sport, rather than just arguing about referees and controversies.
Breaking the Mold
If we take a look at the recent guests on these shows, it’s clear that they’re making an effort to showcase a wide range of sports and athletes. Carolina MarÃn, the XV of the Lion, Sergio Llull, and Paula Leitón are just a few examples of athletes who have appeared on the programs and drawn in huge audiences. The best part is that these appearances can help people learn that sports are about more than just discussing referees and controversies.
It’s also worth noting that the fans of these shows don’t always fit the typical mold of the “moody” football fan who’s always complaining about something. Of course, those fans exist, but it’s great to see that there’s a more positive and uplifting side to sports as well.
A Step in the Right Direction
We’re not going to get into who has more athletes or whose interviews are better. That’s not the point. The point is that these shows are doing something right by featuring such a wide range of athletes and sports. And who knows, maybe this will help shift the focus away from endless controversy and towards the actual joy of sports. As for the rest, well, let’s just say it’s not worth getting worked up over. The fact that these shows are leading the audience rankings is a testament to the fact that people are hungry for something more than just controversy and arguing.
So, let’s just enjoy the fact that we have these shows, and they’re doing a great job of showcasing the best of Spanish sports. And if that means we get to see some amazing athletes and sports in the process, then that’s just the icing on the cake.