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Rosa Rodríguez Wins Record €2.716 Million Pasapalabra Jackpot With Final-Second Answer

After viewers questioned the final ruling, host Roberto Leal said her pronunciation was correct.

Overview

  • Rodríguez completed El Rosco by answering “Morrall” for the letter M with about three seconds remaining.
  • The €2,716,000 payout is the largest in the Spanish version’s history, surpassing Rafa Castaño’s €2,272,000 in 2023.
  • Her rivalry with Manu Pascual stretched over months, with Rosa competing in 307 shows to Manu’s 437, drawing an average of 1.928 million viewers and Rosco peaks near 25% share.
  • Following claims that she said the surname incorrectly, Roberto Leal defended the decision, noting the accepted English pronunciation matches what she said.
  • Fiscal analyses indicate she will owe roughly €1.26 million in taxes, including a 19% initial withholding of €516,040 and higher rates applicable in Galicia.