Adrián Ben has revalidated his national 1,500 meters title at the 106th Spanish Athletics Championships in Málaga, following a spectacular comeback in the final 100 meters (3:47.54). In the women's category, Marina Martínez became the absolute champion with a stunning sprint finish (4:16.09), claiming her first national title.
The men's 1,500 meters race was tactical, with Mariano García initially leading. Ignacio Fontes increased the pace before the final lap, but Adrián Ben demonstrated remarkable recovery to overtake Carlos Sáez (3:47.65) in the closing meters. Mariano García secured the bronze (3:47.96).
In the women's final, Lorena Martín set the early pace until Anna Torras took the lead. Ultimately, Marina Martínez emerged victorious, followed by Rocío Garrido (4:16.50) and Lorena Martín (4:16.62).
Yulenmis Aguilar, an Olympic finalist, clinched her second Spanish javelin championship title with a best throw of 59.78 meters on her fourth attempt. Paula Redondo (48.15) and Enya Carretero (47.92) took silver and bronze, respectively.
In the men's shot put, the young Fabrizio Scontrini (19 years old) became the absolute champion with a final throw of 18.58 meters, surpassing Antonio Santa (18.50). Scontrini is the youngest Spanish shot put champion since Manolo Martínez in 1993.
The men's high jump final saw Martí Cissé crowned champion, achieving a personal best of 2.13 meters. Rubén Naya (2.13) won the silver medal, and Edgar Climent (2.10) took bronze.
In the 200 meters semi-finals, Jaël-Sakura Bestué (22.74) and Alba Borrero (22.97) were the fastest in their respective races. In the men's category, Oriol Sánchez (20.92) and Andoni Calbano (20.95) led their semi-finals.
The main favorites secured their spots in the men's 110 meters hurdles final, including Asier Martínez (14.14) and Quique Llopis (14.07). In the women's event, Sidonie Fiadanantsoa (13.20) was the quickest, followed by Paula Blaquer (13.53).




