Following their FIFA World Cup victory, Spanish midfielders Fabian Ruiz and Gavi were honored by their hometown of Los Palacios y Villafranca in Seville with a unique tradition: receiving their weight in tomatoes. The province of Seville is known for its tomato production.
Ruiz was presented with 187 pounds of the produce, while Gavi received 151 pounds. The event took place at a town hall where the players were weighed to determine the amount of tomatoes they would receive.
This unusual reward is a local custom in Los Palacios y Villafranca, a city that traditionally honors its champions with its most significant agricultural product. While the gesture is a celebration of their achievement, it also raises questions about the practicality of such a large quantity of perishable goods.