Axel Corres: from World Championships to cancer, a story of overcoming without heroes

Published on May 15, 2026 | Translated from Spanish

Sabadell player Axel Corres experienced a radical turn when he went from preparing for a World Championship to facing a cancer diagnosis that became complicated. Far from labels of hero or brave, he defines himself as just another oncology patient, the same as thousands of people. His recovery is the news that stands out, showing the daily reality of those fighting serious illnesses.

A football player, sitting in the locker room, looks at his Sabadell shirt; in the background, an ultrasound and an hourglass symbolize the time between the World Championship and cancer.

Technology as support in oncology treatment 💻

In Corres' process, medical technology played a key role, from imaging diagnostics to precision radiotherapy protocols. Advances in genetic sequencing allow for personalized treatments, while artificial intelligence systems help predict tumor evolution. In sports, wearables and tracking apps facilitate rehabilitation, monitoring vital signs and adapting workloads. However, technology does not replace the human factor: the support of doctors and family remains the pillar of the process.

The ironic side: when the body decides to change plans 😅

Corres was preparing to compete at a world level, but his body had other plans and switched his focus to oncology treatment. Ironies of life: he went from thinking about game tactics to mastering the strategy of not vomiting after chemo. In the end, his greatest victory was not a goal, but hearing that he was cancer-free. That said, he now knows that any discomfort he feels, no matter how small, deserves a visit to the doctor.