Copyright Hurdle: Spanish Skater's Olympic Music Dilemma

Spanish figure skater Tomas-Llorenc Guarino Sabate faces a last-minute setback as his chosen 'Minions' music for the Milano Cortina Games was rejected due to copyright issues. Despite his disappointment, Guarino Sabate remains determined to deliver a memorable performance at his Olympic debut.

Spanish figure skater Tomas-Llorenc Guarino Sabate announced he would not be able to use the 'Minions' film music, which he planned for the Milano Cortina Games, due to a copyright clearance issue. This comes just days before the debut of his Olympic journey.

Guarino Sabate, a six-time Spanish champion, learned of the restriction despite following standard protocols and submitting the music through the ISU ClicknClear system in August. He expressed his disappointment on social media, vowing to overcome this challenge and perform to the best of his ability.

The International Skating Union acknowledged the issue, promising to release more details. They highlighted the broader challenges copyright clearances pose for artistic sports. Guarino Sabate remains thankful for his fans' support and is focused on making his Olympic debut memorable.

(With inputs from agencies.)