Sergio Scariolo He has been recognized with the great cross of the Royal Order of Sports Merit for his spectacular career at the head of the Spanish team. The Council of Ministers, at the proposal of the Minister of Education, Professional Training and Sports, Pilar Alegría, has approved to grant the coach of the Real Madrid The highest distinction granted by the Government of Spain in sports matters in recognition of its work for fifteen years in the national team.
Scariolo He is the most laureate coach in the history of the Spanish team, with eight medals: five gold (2019 World Cup, Eurobasket of 2009, Eurobasket of 2011, Eurobasket of 2015 and Eurobasket of 2022), one of silver (London Olympic Games of London 2012) and two bronze (Olympic Games of Rio 2016 and Eurobasket of 2017).
