Edu Aguirre, a Spanish journalist preparing for his upcoming boxing match at La Velada del Año 6, was hospitalized following an intense sparring session with singer Omar Montes, according to multiple verified sources. The incident occurred during a training session held at the residence of mixed martial artist Ilia Topuria in late March 2026, where Aguirre received several blows to the face that resulted in significant nasal swelling and breathing difficulties.
Aguirre, who documents his fight preparation for the Ibai Llanos-produced event, sought immediate medical attention after experiencing persistent nasal congestion, difficulty breathing, and fever-like symptoms. Medical evaluations conducted at a local hospital in Pamplona, Navarra, confirmed the absence of nasal fractures but identified a significant hematoma in the nasal cartilage requiring ongoing monitoring.
The training session, which included notable observers such as television host Pablo Motos, was part of Aguirre’s rigorous preparation for his highly anticipated bout against fellow journalist Gastón Edul at La Velada del Año 6, scheduled for June 2026 at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium in Madrid.
This incident follows a previous training setback weeks earlier when Aguirre had to pause his regimen due to a biceps strain, underscoring the physical demands of his transition from sports journalism to competitive boxing.
Despite the injury, Aguirre remains committed to continuing his training regimen with modified restrictions, avoiding direct contact while focusing on conditioning and technique work under medical supervision.
The incident has added further intrigue to the already highly anticipated media vs. Journalist matchup, with Edul publicly questioning the severity of Aguirre’s injury claims through social media channels.
As of the latest verified updates, Aguirre continues his recovery protocol and is expected to resume full training activities in the coming weeks, pending medical clearance, as both fighters prepare for their June showdown at one of Europe’s most prestigious football stadiums.
For ongoing updates on La Velada del Año 6 and the Aguirre vs. Edul matchup, stay tuned to verified sports news sources and the event’s official channels.
