Overview
- Marta Serrano defended her 3,000m steeplechase crown in Málaga with a winning time of 9:40.26 after overtaking rivals in the final lap.
- Irene Sánchez‑Escribano returned to the steeplechase after the Paris Olympics and maternity and earned bronze in 9:46.27, showing strong form but not the federation mark.
- Several medalists, including Serrano and Sánchez‑Escribano, failed to meet the RFEA automatic standard of 9:36 so selection for Birmingham will depend on discretionary choices and relay roles.
- The weekend featured razor‑thin finishes and relay drama, highlighted by Paula Sevilla losing the 400m by 0.01 seconds to Blanca Hervás and Cuevas de Nerja taking 4x400m silver in 3:36.04.
- More than 800 athletes competed over three days in Málaga and selectors will now weigh individual times, relay composition and team needs when finalising the Spanish squad.