𝐅á𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐚 𝐃𝐢𝐚𝐦𝐞: Wins Second Spanish Title After Six-Year Wait

Fátima Dzinzaletaite Diame is not just a name in Spanish athletics — she is a symbol of perseverance, evolution and quiet strength. In 2025, Fátima Diame wins her second Spanish championship title. This comes after two consecutive bronze medals at the World Indoor Athletics Championships and a great performance at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Finally, she wins her second national title in 2025 after a six-year drought. Diame's career is truly inspiring.

Now, all eyes are on her as she prepares for the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, ready to push past her own limits—and maybe even Spain’s long-standing national record.

Who Is Fátima Diame?

• Full Name: Fátima Dzinzaletaite Diame
• Born: September 22, 1996, in Valencia, Spain
• Height: 170 cm | Weight: 52 kg
• Events: Long Jump, Triple Jump
• Coach: Iván Pedroso (since 2021)
• Heritage: Spanish-Senegalese
• Affiliation: Proyecto FER

 Career Built on Challenges and Breakthroughs

The Tokyo Setback

At the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games, Fátima Diame faced one of the toughest moments of her career—failing to reach the final with a 21st-place finish. The experience was mentally draining, and she nearly quit athletics altogether due to the anxiety it caused.

But her decision to train under Olympic legend Iván Pedroso in Guadalajara marked a new beginning. “He teaches you to compete without fear,” she has said. The environment, philosophy, and method transformed her perspective—and her results.

Back-to-Back World Bronze Medals

Her breakthrough came in Glasgow 2024, where she won her first major international medal—a World Indoor Championship bronze—with a jump of 6.78 meters. She repeated the feat in Nanjing 2025, overcoming the massive challenge of switching her take-off leg due to a heel injury.

Despite the switch, Diame soared to 6.72 meters in Nanjing, securing her second consecutive global bronze medal. These medals aren’t just milestones—they’re confirmation that she belongs among the best in the world.

Paris 2024: Proving Herself on the Olympic Stage

Heading into the Paris Olympic Games, Fátima Diame was a different athlete. Stronger. Calmer. Confident. She qualified for the final of the women’s long jump and delivered one of her most technically consistent performances to finish among the top five globally.

While the 7-meter barrier still eluded her, her presence in the final—and her ability to manage the pressure—marked a major personal and professional victory.

“Now I say to myself before competing: ‘They are not better than you. You are better than them.’ That’s what I said in Glasgow,” Diame shared in Runner’s World, where she was featured on the Olympic summer cover.

Second National Title at Last: Spanish Champion Again in 2025

Despite her international accolades, Diame had only won the Spanish outdoor title once, back in 2019. It became an unexpected streak of near-misses. But in 2025, she put an end to the drought in Tarragona, winning her second Spanish Championship title in dramatic fashion.

The competition began poorly. Her first jumps were two fouls and two under 6.50 meters. But she regrouped, and in the fifth round, jumped 6.73m to take the lead. Then, in her final attempt, she delivered her best of the day: 6.77m (+0.5)—a statement of intent for Tokyo.

“I really wanted to win here. Since 2019, I’ve been competing in every international championship, but I couldn’t win nationals again until now. Maybe the desire overwhelmed me a bit early on,” Diame said.
“But Iván [Pedroso] helped me correct some technical errors and I was finally able to do what I needed.”

Now consistent again above 6.70 meters, Fátima is setting her sights on the next step: 7.00 meters.

Aiming for Spain’s Long Jump Record

Fátima has already jumped beyond 7.00m in training. The current Spanish record—7.06 meters—was set by Niurka Montalvo at the 1999 World Championships. Diame, who considers Montalvo her idol, is now on the verge of breaking that record.

“The 7-meter jump is a very short-term goal,” she recently told El Español. “I feel physically and mentally stronger than ever.”

In an era where only a handful of women have ever surpassed 7 meters, Fátima is knocking on history’s door.

Full Career Highlights

The Road to Tokyo 2025

All signs point toward a major performance in Tokyo at the 2025 World Athletics Championships. Diame is not only chasing medals but also a national record that has stood for 26 years. With her elite training, improved mental game, and technical versatility—including the ability to jump off either leg—she may be Spain’s best hope for a global title in horizontal jumps.

Fátima Diame Beyond the Track

Off the runway, Fátima Diame is thoughtful and introspective. She’s spoken openly about social media harassment, how it affected her confidence, and how she’s grown from the experience.

“I don’t like taking pictures anymore. But I keep living my life,” she shared. Her strength isn’t just in her legs—it’s in her mind and voice too.

As a Black woman in Spanish elite sport, she represents more than just medals. She’s a role model, a trailblazer, and a beacon for future generations of athletes.

Fátima Diame’s story is far from over. With two World medals, two national titles, and a growing hunger for history, she’s positioned for a breakthrough that will redefine Spanish athletics.

She’s leapt over injury, anxiety, and public pressure. Now, she’s leaping toward greatness.

Next stop: Tokyo 2025. And perhaps, the long-awaited 7.00 meters.