Spain’s Artistic Swimming Team Unveils ‘Insanity’ Routine for World Cup Challenge
As the 2026 World Aquatics Artistic Swimming World Cup approaches, the Spanish national team is making waves with a daring new routine that promises to redefine the sport’s boundaries. Set to take place in the Galician city of Pontevedra from May 29–31, 2026, the event has become a pivotal stage for Spain’s bid to reclaim global dominance in a discipline where they’ve only recently emerged as a powerhouse.
The New ‘Insanity’ Routine: A Leap of Faith
Under the guidance of head coach Andrea Fuentes, Spain’s team has unveiled a high-octane routine that replaces their previous hit, “Abracadabra,” with a track from Catalan singer Rosalía—specifically her 2023 single “Berghain.” The choice marks a bold shift in style, blending the avant-garde energy of Rosalía’s music with the technical precision that has become a hallmark of Spanish artistic swimming.
The new routine, dubbed “Insanity” by team insiders, features increased acrobatic complexity and synchronized movements that push the limits of the sport’s evolving regulations. Fuentes, who has been instrumental in Spain’s rise since her appointment, emphasized the importance of innovation: “We want to challenge the status quo. The 2023 rule changes gave us a window to innovate, and we’re seizing it.”
The Road to Glory: Building on Past Success
Spain’s artistic swimming program has seen meteoric growth since the 2020s, with Fuentes and her partner Víctor Cano (a former gymnast) playing key roles in redefining the team’s strategy. Their efforts culminated in a bronze medal at the 2025 World Championships in Singapore, marking Spain’s first major podium finish in the sport’s history. That achievement followed three consecutive fourth-place finishes, setting the stage for this year’s World Cup as a critical test of their progress.
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