There was no doubt about the big draw in La Nucía as Olympic gold medalist Yulimar Rojas delivered a remarkable performance at the La Nucía stadium. The Venezuelan star soared to a world-leading mark in the triple jump, reaching 14.83 meters and breaking the Iberdrola League records in the process. The crowd roared as she hammered out the year’s best mark, a moment that underscored her reputation as one of the sport’s most electric athletes. Rojas spoke with genuine pride about the jump, naming a song that fuels her performances as a source of motivation. She openly acknowledged a remaining edge in her form, noting that the sentiment ahead of the World Cup is positive, even as the journey to peak readiness continues. The day reminded spectators why Rojas remains a global icon in track and field, with long jump aspirations also teased by her competitive drive.
Two national records in the 400 meters and hammer throw highlighted the meet, staged at the Estadi Olímpic de La Nucía during the National Athletics Clubs Honors Division final. Valencia Club de Atletismo accumulated 1,137.5 points, narrowly ahead of Playas Castellón on 1,135.0, a tight finish fueled by standout relay performances that captivated the audience and carried the competition to a dramatic finish on the nuclear stage.
This final day of the Iberdrola League Honors Division delivered a high-level competition at La Nucía, with multiple records set across disciplines. Laura Redondo and Sara Gallego both shattered national marks for their events, while the triple jump world-leading performance by Rojas solidified her place atop the world rankings for the year. The hammer throw and 400 meters saw new bests from the Spaniards, punctuating a day where the home crowd witnessed history being written on Spanish soil.
Olympic champion Yulimar Rojas eyes another landmark at La Nucía
The event was organized under the auspices of the Royal Spanish Athletics Federation in collaboration with Iberdrola, the Supreme Sports Council, the Alicante-Costa Blanca Provincial Council, and the La Nucía City Council. Attending the award ceremony were key figures from the federation and regional administration, underscoring the importance of athletics development in Spain. Following Valencia Athletics Club’s triumph in the women’s clubs division, the club secured a 27th national team title with strong performances in the relays and across the program, sealing the competition’s final standings amid a lively atmosphere.