{"id":28413,"date":"2026-11-10T12:00:05","date_gmt":"2026-11-10T11:00:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.latteartgrading.com\/?p=28413"},"modified":"2026-11-10T14:24:15","modified_gmt":"2026-11-10T13:24:15","slug":"wlags-world-championship-2026-gijon-celebrates-the-worlds-best-latte-artists","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.latteartgrading.com\/en\/wlags-world-championship-2026-gijon-celebrates-the-worlds-best-latte-artists\/","title":{"rendered":"\ud83c\udfc6 WLAGS WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP 2026: GIJ\u00d3N CELEBRATES THE WORLD’S BEST LATTE ARTISTS! \ud83c\udf0d\u2615"},"content":{"rendered":"

LAGS – 10\/11\/2026<\/h3>\n
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Four World Champions, One Extraordinary Passion for Latte Art.<\/strong><\/p>\n

The WLAGS World Championship 2026<\/strong> has officially come to an end, leaving behind unforgettable memories, outstanding performances, and a renewed sense of unity within the international Latte Art community.<\/p>\n

The beautiful city of Gij\u00f3n, Asturias, Spain<\/strong>, welcomed talented Latte Artists from around the world, bringing together passion, creativity, and technical excellence in an extraordinary celebration of coffee artistry.<\/p>\n

For the first time, Spain hosted the WLAGS World Championship, marking an important milestone in the international growth and development of the Latte Art Grading System<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

A Spectacular Setting for an Unforgettable Championship<\/strong><\/p>\n

The 2026 edition took place in the magnificent Colegiata de San Juan Bautista in Gij\u00f3n<\/strong>, one of the city’s most remarkable historic venues.<\/p>\n

Its stunning architecture, elegant interiors, and unique historical atmosphere provided an exceptional backdrop for two intense days of competition, transforming the Championship into a truly memorable experience.<\/p>\n

In this extraordinary setting, the world’s finest Latte Artists showcased their precision, creativity, determination, and passion, delivering inspiring performances and unforgettable moments.<\/p>\n

The beauty of the venue, combined with the energy of the competitors and international delegations, made Gij\u00f3n 2026 an edition that will hold a special place in LAGS history.<\/strong><\/p>\n

\ud83c\udfc6 Meet the WLAGS World Champions 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n

After two exciting days of competition, four exceptional talents earned the prestigious title of World Champion in their respective categories:<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udfe2 GREEN LEVEL \u2013 WORLD CHAMPION<\/strong>
\n\ud83c\udde8\ud83c\uddf1 Sony Danilo Guineo Guineo \u2013 Chile<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udd34 RED LEVEL \u2013 WORLD CHAMPION<\/strong>
\n\ud83c\udde8\ud83c\uddf1 Paz Benavente \u2013 Chile<\/p>\n

\u26ab BLACK LEVEL \u2013 WORLD CHAMPION<\/strong>
\n\ud83c\uddea\ud83c\uddf8 Federico Duronio \u2013 Spain<\/p>\n

\ud83e\udd47 GOLD LEVEL \u2013 WORLD CHAMPION<\/strong>
\n\ud83c\uddee\ud83c\uddf9 Salvatore Riunno \u2013 Italy<\/p>\n

A huge congratulations to our four World Champions on their outstanding achievements!<\/p>\n

We would also like to congratulate every competitor who represented their country with dedication, professionalism, and passion. Each participant contributed to making this Championship an extraordinary showcase of international Latte Art talent.<\/p>\n

A Special Thank You to the Organizers and Partners<\/strong><\/p>\n

Behind every successful World Championship stands an incredible team of dedicated people, working together with passion, commitment, and attention to every detail.<\/p>\n

Our heartfelt gratitude goes to Adri\u00e1n Fern\u00e1ndez<\/strong>, whose exceptional dedication, passion, and professionalism played a fundamental role in organizing this edition.<\/p>\n

His invaluable contribution helped turn the WLAGS World Championship in Gij\u00f3n into an outstanding international event, bringing together and inspiring the global LAGS community.<\/p>\n

A very special thank you also goes to the entire Team Spain<\/strong> for their excellent organizational work, warm hospitality, and constant support for competitors, judges, and international delegations.<\/p>\n

We would also like to express our sincere appreciation to the event sponsors and industry partners, including Caf\u00e9 Mocay, Pascual Profesional, and Rancilio<\/strong>, for their valuable support and contribution to the success of this international event.<\/p>\n

The commitment of our industry partners is essential to promoting Latte Art culture, supporting professional talent, and creating new opportunities for the continued growth of our community worldwide.<\/p>\n

A Heartfelt Thank You to Our International LAGS Judges<\/strong><\/p>\n

A very special recognition goes to all our LAGS judges<\/strong>, whose tremendous support, dedication, and commitment were essential to the success of this World Championship.<\/p>\n

Their expertise, professionalism, availability, and team spirit played a fundamental role throughout the event, ensuring the highest international standards of the Latte Art Grading System and the smooth running of the competitions.<\/p>\n

We would like to personally recognize and thank the eight judges who generously contributed their time, knowledge, and energy to this extraordinary edition:<\/p>\n

\ud83c\udded\ud83c\uddf7 CROATIA<\/strong><\/p>\n

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  • Marko Podbre\u017eni\u010dki<\/li>\n
  • Toni Matas<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    \ud83c\uddee\ud83c\uddf9 ITALY<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    • Giuseppe Musiu<\/li>\n
    • Nicola Manzo<\/li>\n
    • Roberto Somma<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      \ud83c\uddea\ud83c\uddf8 SPAIN<\/strong><\/p>\n

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      • Karen Quiroga Samaniego<\/li>\n
      • Diego Campos Vigo<\/li>\n
      • Rabi Aouam<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        To each and every one of you, our deepest and most sincere gratitude.<\/strong><\/p>\n

        Your contribution went far beyond your responsibilities as judges. You demonstrated an extraordinary team spirit, generously sharing your experience, time, and energy to support the organization, the competitors, and the entire Championship.<\/p>\n

        Your commitment, cooperation, and passion truly made a difference.<\/p>\n

        Thank you for being such an important part of the LAGS family and for helping us uphold the values, professionalism, and excellence of our international certification system.<\/strong><\/p>\n

        We are incredibly grateful to have such dedicated professionals representing the LAGS community around the world.<\/p>\n

        More Than a Competition: One Global Community <\/strong>\ud83c\udf0d<\/strong><\/p>\n

        The WLAGS World Championship is much more than a competition.<\/p>\n

        It is a meeting point for cultures, experiences, and professionals who share a common vision: promoting Latte Art as a discipline built on technical excellence, creativity, education, and continuous improvement.<\/p>\n

        From the excitement of the competition stage to the friendships formed behind the scenes, Gij\u00f3n 2026 once again demonstrated the strength and unity of the international LAGS community.<\/p>\n

        Every Championship represents a new opportunity to celebrate emerging talent, build meaningful professional connections, and inspire the next generation of Latte Artists.<\/p>\n

        Together, we continue to grow. Together, we continue to raise the standards of Latte Art worldwide.<\/strong><\/p>\n

        \ud83d\ude80 NEXT STOP: WLAGS WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP 2027 \u2013 HOST MILANO <\/strong>\ud83c\uddee\ud83c\uddf9<\/strong><\/p>\n

        The journey doesn’t end here!<\/p>\n

        Following the unforgettable experience in Gij\u00f3n, our international community is already looking forward to the next exciting chapter.<\/p>\n

        In 2027, the WLAGS World Championship will return to Italy, taking place at HOST Milano<\/strong>, one of the world’s leading international exhibitions for the professional hospitality and coffee industries.<\/p>\n

        A new stage, new challenges, and another extraordinary opportunity to celebrate the world’s finest Latte Art talent.<\/p>\n

        Thank you, Gij\u00f3n. Thank you, Spain. See you in Milan in 2027! <\/strong>\u2615\ud83c\udfc6<\/strong><\/p>\n

        TEAM LAGS<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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