Aspetar Magazine 2026

127 ASPETAR MAGAZINE LEGENDS AT ASPETAR Welcome back to Aspetar. You’ve visited before, what does this place represent to you today? Aspetar is fundamental. It’s a unique place in the world, truly magnificent. Every time I come here, I feel something special because so many legends of sport have passed through this hospital. It’s also a place that keeps improving and growing every year, which is very important. I spent many days here recovering from injury, sharing that experience with other athletes. Those moments stay with you. You shared your recovery journey alongside other athletes, including NBA star Joel Embiid. What did that experience mean to you? We trained together, recovered together, and spent many days side by side. For me, it was a unique experience. At that time, I didn’t know anyone from the NBA, and yet the connection was immediate. We played basketball, we played football, we talked a lot. Aspetar gave us more than just a place to recover—it created a space to connect, to share, and to communicate with other athletes. That human side is very important. How important is recovery in professional sport today? It’s extremely important. Today there are more matches and competitions than ever before. Athletes need constant care, not only when they are with their clubs. Having places like Aspetar is essential for physical, mental, and emo t i o n a l we l l - b e i n g . Understanding your body and taking care of it properly is a key factor in having a long career. I feel something special because so many legends of sport have passed through this hospital.