Los Gallos · Spain
Los Gallos SailGP Team enters the championship as one of the youngest teams in SailGP history.
Team shows rapid improvement with consistent top-half finishes and growing confidence.
Los Gallos secure their maiden SailGP event victory, proving championship potential.
Diego Botín and crew crowned SailGP Season 4 Champions after dominant campaign.
Los Gallos remained one of the fleet's front-running crews through Season 5, building on their Season 4 title.
Olympic gold medalist and SailGP Season 4 Champion.
Diego Botín is a Spanish sailing sensation who won Olympic gold at Paris 2024 in the 49er class. As Driver of Los Gallos, he led the team to their historic Season 4 Championship victory, becoming one of the youngest champions in SailGP history. His aggressive racing style and tactical brilliance have made Spain a dominant force in the championship.
Olympic gold medalist and Diego's long-time racing partner.
Florian Trittel is a German-born sailor who represents Spain alongside Diego Botín. Together they won Olympic gold at Paris 2024 in the 49er class - Spain's first gold of those Games. Their legendary partnership has dominated both Olympic and SailGP competition. As Wing Trimmer for Los Gallos, Trittel's precise control and intuitive understanding of boat dynamics have been crucial to their championship success.
Spanish flight controller managing the F50's complex foil systems.
Joel Rodriguez is a talented Spanish sailor who controls the F50's flight systems for Los Gallos. His precise management of foil rake and cant keeps the boat flying stable at championship-winning speeds. Rodriguez's calm demeanor under pressure has been vital during intense racing moments.
Olympic bronze medalist bringing tactical expertise and grinding power.
Joan Cardona is a Spanish Olympic bronze medalist from Tokyo 2020 in the Finn class. One of the world's top heavy-weather sailors, Cardona brings both tactical expertise and powerful grinding to Los Gallos. His Olympic experience and racing intelligence add crucial depth to the championship-winning crew.
Elite female strategist providing race-winning tactical calls.
Nicole van der Velden is a highly accomplished Dutch sailor who serves as Strategist for Los Gallos. With extensive match racing and fleet racing experience, van der Velden provides the tactical calls that have helped Spain secure championship glory. Her ability to read race situations and communicate effectively makes her invaluable.
Powerful grinder delivering championship-caliber hydraulic power.
Bernardo Freitas is a Portuguese sailing athlete who provides essential grinding power for Los Gallos. His consistent hydraulic output enables rapid sail adjustments and smooth maneuvers that have contributed to Spain's championship success. Freitas brings both power and professionalism to the team.
Spanish female athlete breaking barriers in high-performance sailing.
María Cantero is a Spanish sailing talent who has earned her place on Los Gallos through the SailGP pathway programs. As one of the female athletes competing at the highest level of professional sailing, Cantero demonstrates that elite competition has no gender boundaries. Her determination and growing skill make her an important part of Spain's future.