Silver in the 10 kilometer World Cup

Ángela Martínez dazzles in Ibiza: Silver in the 10 kilometer World Cup

The Spanish swimmer shines again after a year of effort, while Moesha Johnson reaffirms her international dominance.

It was in the beautiful setting of Ibiza where Ángela Martínez found the motivation and focus necessary to reach her best version. This Friday, the swimmer from Elche won the silver medal in the 10 kilometers of the second stage of the World Cup, held in Santa Eulària des Riu. The competition was marked by the impressive performance of the Australian Moesha Johnson, who dominated the event from the beginning.

Johnson, considered the big favorite, was declared the winner with a time of 1:58:51.30establishing a clear difference over its rivals. However, what caught the most attention was how Ángela, in the final part of the race, managed to get dangerously close to her, finishing in second place with a time of 1:58:56.30. Hungarian Viktoria Mihalyvari-Farkas completed the podium by crossing the finish line in third position with a record of 1:59:01.30.

In Spain, the situation was somewhat complicated. María de Valdés, who was in top-10 positions, had to retire, which left second place for the Paris European Championship to Clara Martínez de Salinas, who finished ninth with a time of 2:01:00.10. Candela Sánchez finished her career in tenth position with 2:01:02.20while Paula Otero placed in seventeenth place with a time of 2:05:20.70. Despite these setbacks, Ángela was proclaimed champion of Spain, consolidating her status in national sport.

From the start of the competition, Moesha Johnson showed her intention to break the race, leading the group. However, Ángela and De Valdés remained in the chasing pack. On a day with challenging weather conditions, other competitors such as Lisa Pou and Viktoria managed to separate themselves from the rest, forming a compact group that defined the race at crucial moments.

During the last part of the test, Angela pulled away from Mihalyvari-Farkas and fought for second position. With a remarkable effort, he reduced the difference with Johnson to just five seconds, demonstrating his impressive competitive ability. Her performance not only earned her silver, but also reaffirmed her place among the best in the world in this discipline.

On the other hand, María de Valdés had been competing strongly and moved within the top-10 positions for most of the race. However, his withdrawal affected the Spanish representation, leaving Clara Martínez and Candela Sánchez in the fight for relevant positions, achieving a remarkable performance in the World Cup.

With this victory, Moesha Johnson adds her second gold medal of the season, consolidating her leadership in the open water swimming World Cup. It is indisputable that it has become a benchmark in the modality, maintaining its competitive level in the international arena.

In contrast, Ángela Martínez celebrates her fourth podium in the World Cup, having previously achieved an individual gold in Ibiza 2025, as well as a bronze in Soma Bay in 2024 and another in the mixed relay in 2026. With this achievement, she becomes the only Spaniard who has repeated in the current competition format that was established in 2007, standing out as a key figure in Spanish swimming.

In addition, it is important to mention that Ángela has dominated the 10 kilometers in the Spanish Championships, accumulating four consecutive titles. This allows her to equal the records of Kiko Hervás and Héctor Ruiz, although only she has achieved this feat continuously, highlighting her perseverance and dedication to the sport.

Frequently asked questions

Who won the 10 kilometer test in Ibiza?

Moesha Johnson of Australia was the winner with a time of 1:58:51.30.

What position did Ángela Martínez occupy?

Ángela Martínez finished in second place, achieving the silver medal with a time of 1:58:56.30.

How did María de Valdés do in the race?

María de Valdés had to retire halfway through the race, when she was in the top-10 positions.

What other Spanish women stood out in the competition?

Clara Martínez de Salinas and Candela Sánchez achieved outstanding positions, finishing ninth and tenth respectively.

How many podiums has Ángela Martínez achieved in the World Cup?

Angela has amassed a total of four World Cup podiums, including one gold and three bronze medals.

What is Angela's current situation in the Spanish Championships?

Ángela has won four consecutive titles in the 10 kilometers, equaling historical records.

What does this competition mean for Angela's future?

This result reinforces her position as one of the best open water swimmers and increases her chances in future competitions.

How does the competition develop in the World Cup?

The World Cup brings together the best international open water swimmers, and each event is crucial to accumulate points in the ranking.

What can be expected from the next stage of the World Cup?

Fans can expect another exciting competition, where swimmers like Angela will seek to continue climbing positions in the rankings.

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