Spanish Skater to Use 'Minions' Music at 2026 Olympics, as Ukraine Finalizes Its Team Roster

Universal Studios Grants Music Rights to Skater

According to Главком: Universal Studios has granted Spanish figure skater Tomas-Llorencu Guarino Sabate permission to use music from the 'Minions' franchise for his short program at the 2026 Winter Olympics. This decision allows the athlete to express his creativity on the Olympic stage, a move that has been warmly received by his fans. Guarino Sabate thanked his supporters for their advocacy, which he said helped persuade Universal to reconsider its initial position. He added that while some details regarding other music for his program are still being finalized, they are close to resolution. The use of such a globally recognized soundtrack is expected to add a unique and entertaining element to the figure skating competition.

2026 Winter Olympics in Italy and Ukraine's Delegation

The 2026 Winter Olympic Games will be held in Italy from February 6 to 22. The official delegation roster for Ukraine's national team has also been confirmed. The delegation will consist of 103 individuals, including:

• 46 athletes
• 42 coaches, doctors, masseurs, and other technical staff
• 15 members of the national team's headquarters staff

The athletes represent a variety of winter sports disciplines:

• Biathlon - 10
• Alpine Skiing - 2
• Nordic Combined - 2
• Cross-Country Skiing - 6
• Luge - 10
• Skeleton - 1
• Snowboarding - 1
• Ski Jumping - 2
• Freestyle Skiing - 9
• Figure Skating - 1
• Short Track Speed Skating - 2

With this team, Ukraine is prepared for the Games and hopeful for strong performances from its competitors. The 2026 Olympics represent a significant moment for the international sporting community and for Ukraine, which is sending one of its largest delegations in recent years. Guarino Sabate's use of popular music may heighten interest in figure skating and attract new fans. Success at the Games could positively influence the development of winter sports in Ukraine and inspire a new generation of athletes.