Spain Wins Gold in Marathon Race Walk Mixed Relay

Alvaro Martin and Maria Perez of Spain claimed the inaugural Olympic gold medal in the marathon race walk mixed relay at the Paris 2024 Games, finishing with a time of 2:50:31. This victory marks Spain's first Olympic title in athletics since 2016 and only the fourth gold medal for the country in Olympic history. Ecuador secured the silver medal with Brian Pintado, who became the first Ecuadorian to win multiple medals in a single Olympic event, while Australia took bronze. The innovative relay format, which consists of alternating legs between a male and female athlete, replaced the traditional 50km race walk. The event saw dynamic competition, with Martin pulling ahead during the third leg and Perez finishing strong to ensure victory. The relay's debut added excitement to the Olympics, showcasing the athletes' strategies and teamwork.