{
  "id": 1059850,
  "title": "Spain’s oldest lifeguard is 72 and still swims 2km before work on the Costa del Sol",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/15/spains-oldest-lifeguard-is-72-and-still-swims-2km-before-work-on-the",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-15T15:03:05.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Euro Weekly News",
    "slug": "euro-weekly-news",
    "url": "https://euroweeklynews.com/2026/08/15/spains-oldest-lifeguard-is-72-and-still-swims-2km-before-work-on-the-costa-del-sol/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Guillermo Lachica Pando, a lifeguard in Torrox Costa, Spain, begins his day with a swim before his nine-hour shift. At 72 years old, he is still active and passionate about his work. Guillermo, born in Buenos Aires, has worked as a lifeguard since 1977 and completed a Red Cross course with demanding beach training. His career also includes being a yacht captain, participating in triathlons, and even climbing Aconcagua mountain. His family ties to Malaga and Rubite give him a strong connection to Andalucia. Guillermo swims 1-2 kilometers before his shift and credits his active lifestyle and healthy diet for his energy. He remains a federated triathlete and competes in swimming and running races. Guillermo advises staying active through exercise, rest, and a healthy diet while avoiding junk food. He has never been an office worker and finds the sea and his job fulfilling. Guillermo plans to continue working, enjoying Europe's best climate, and staying in the coastal waters of Torrox.",
  "summary": "One 72-year-old lifeguard starts every day with a swim. Guillermo Lachica Pando is 72, but you certainly would not guess […]",
  "key_points": [
    "Guillermo Lachica Pando is Spain's oldest lifeguard at 72.",
    "He swims 1-2 km before his nine-hour shift on Costa del Sol.",
    "Active lifestyle and healthy diet sustain his energy and career."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}