For years, one of free television’s most important competitions has kept audiences hooked. The format stretched through the afternoon, and its success was undeniable on Telecinco. A recent Supreme Court ruling pushed the network to stop airing this particular edition, which was still popular at the time. That change coincided with a major deal: a move to Antena 3, a decision that proved sensational. People lauded the move as a landmark, especially since this same show would share headlines with El Hormiguero. The broadcasts before and after these hit programs consistently drew the day’s largest audiences.
Telecinco fought hard to keep viewers from switching away. Yet the strategy faltered. The network did manage to salvage other successful formats like Precio Justo and Alta Tensión, which had thrived on Mediaset channels and Cuatro, but those formats eventually found new homes as their audience share waned.
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Pablo Motos hosted Orestes and a guest for a special chat. During the discussion, the presenter explored working methods that left both Motos and the studio audience impressed. Rafa admitted that he intensifies studio preparation when a previous shoot with Orestes is involved, noting that he spends long hours in work and study—often twelve to fourteen hours straight with little downtime. He explained that it is about rhythm and timing, and there are days when work feels lighter or even paused. For him, it is not about memorizing keywords, but about recognizing when they are asked, and he mentioned that using a mobile app has reduced his workload two or three times recently.
Orestes continues to refine his approach. He explained, “The more you build, the more rehearsals you schedule so new knowledge can be absorbed. It is not like starting from scratch. If a sense of humor helps, you might add mnemonic rules to help remember things.” He emphasized the importance of a solid foundation to navigate game dynamics and the long process of internalizing strategies over many years. Like his cohost, Rafa, his work pace has slowed: “I have accumulated so much that I simply review to prevent rust and to add fresh ideas that life brings.”
Raphael, known as Rafa, is 32 years old and a journalism graduate from Seville. She runs a bookstore in Seville, opened five years ago, a venture made possible by her frequent appearances on various television programs.
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Though Rafa has appeared on the competition stages before, it is not her first time in the spotlight. It has been more than a decade since she first joined the world of know-and-win formats, when she opened the doors to Pasapalabra and later appeared on Andalusian television to participate in a segment called Guess Who. Her hobbies include reading and listening to music. She has not publicly discussed a lasting relationship, though she has spoken openly about a strong personal interest and passion. Viewers have noted her as a genuine standout within the program.
People on social media have described Rafa as a forceful presence on the show, and many followers consider her a true conqueror of the program.