Manu has become one of the most admired and consistent contestants on Pasapalabra. Since he joined the Antena 3 contest in May 2024, he hasn't stopped surprising everyone with his intelligence and composure. Now he has confessed the unthinkable: what his method has been to get this far.
During his visit to the show Ahora Sonsoles, the young psychologist revealed his preparation system, and it was much simpler than many expected. According to what he explained in the interview, his routine includes studying with the dictionary, searching for information online, and anticipating the possible questions that the scriptwriters might write. That combination, as he himself acknowledged, has been key to keeping himself competitive for more than a year.
Manu has faced the Rosco dozens of times and has accumulated an impressive number of victories, although the grand jackpot still eludes him. At this moment, the prize exceeds €1.6 million (1,600,000 euros), and both he and Rosa, his main rival, keep fighting to win it. The tension between them always remains within a respectful competition full of mutual admiration.
The Madrid native has spent four years preparing for this moment, although he admits that the real motivation came when he started watching the show with his grandmother. Since then, he realized that he was good at getting many of the Rosco answers right from home. That discovery was what encouraged him to take it seriously, prepare methodically, and finally attend the casting.
Rosa and Manu have confessed everything
Rosa, his colleague and rival on set, also spoke about how she manages the pressure of facing the Rosco. According to what she confessed, the most important thing is to keep a cool head and control her heart rate so she doesn't let nerves get the best of her. There are days when she manages to stay very calm, but on others, she admits that she suffers real tachycardia during the game.
Both contestants have dedicated years of their lives to studying, organizing information, and learning to think like the show's writers. Their preparation goes beyond memorizing words; it consists of analyzing patterns, recognizing question structures, and anticipating the format. That strategic part is what sets great contestants apart from the rest.
Manu's case has caught the public's attention because of his ability to keep calm and keep moving forward without losing motivation. Although he still hasn't won the jackpot, his name is already written in the show's history for his perseverance. His approachable and natural attitude has caused sympathy among viewers, who keep supporting him week after week.
Manu gets closer to the 'Pasapalabra' final
His training as a psychologist has also played an important role in his performance. Knowing how to handle stress, organize ideas quickly, and adapt to each situation has given him a clear advantage on set. In addition, that academic background allows him to apply concentration and self-control techniques that are essential under pressure.
Both he and Rosa have shown that success on Pasapalabra isn't a matter of luck. Behind every correct answer, there are many hours of study, effort, and planning. The fact that both remain so evenly matched after so many shows only proves the high level they've reached.
Manu has said that, if someone wants to go far in the contest, the first thing is to watch many shows from home. Then, little by little, start preparing topics, reading definitions, and training memory. That's how he went from being just another viewer to becoming one of the most prominent figures of the format.
For now, nobody knows who will win the desired jackpot, but what is clear is that both contestants have already earned the public's respect. Manu has confessed the unthinkable: that his strategy is based on accessible methods, but applied with consistency and vision. That, more than any secret, has been his true path to success.