Gavi and Fabian Ruiz receiving tomatoes Reproduction Born in Los Palacios y Villafranca, in the Andalusia region, Gavi and Fabián Ruiz received tomatoes equivalent to their own weight during a ceremony organized by the city hall. The tribute took place two days after Spain's 1-0 victory over Argentina in the World Cup final. The two midfielders were important parts of the team led by coach Luis de la Fuente in their second world championship campaign.
Spanish city presents World Cup champions with tomatoes equivalent to their own weight; see video
Gavi and Fabian Ruiz receiving tomatoes Reproduction Born in Los Palacios y Villafranca, in the Andalusia region, Gavi and Fabián Ruiz received tomatoes equivalent to their own weight during a ceremony organized by the...
Before the gifts were given, the players stood on a scale installed at the event to define the quantity of tomatoes they would receive. Gavi took 68 kilos and Fabián Ruiz 84 kilos. Why the tomato? The choice of the gift was not by chance. Los Palacios y Villafranca is a reference in tomato production in Andalusia, and growing the fruit is one of the activities that helps boost the local economy. Tomatoes are also part of the municipality's identity, which promotes events and actions to value producers and the culture linked to the product. Among the varieties associated with the region is Bombón Colorao, one of the local agricultural symbols. Therefore, instead of offering a traditional souvenir to the champions, the city council decided to transform one of the city's main products into a tribute to the players.
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