A New Era in Sports Storytelling
Paco Grande, renowned TVE narrator with a career spanning 38 years, shares his reflections on the evolution of match narration on television, especially in the context of Euro 2024. Together with his colleague Carlos Marañón, he forms one of the six couples of commentators in charge of narrating the exciting matches of this continental tournament.
The Challenge of Criticism and Adaptation
Grande analyzes the resistance of Juan Carlos Rivero, another prominent narrator, in the face of criticism on social networks. He highlights Rivero’s admirable attitude and reflects on the impact of criticism on sports storytelling. Despite criticism, he remains committed to maintaining quality and balance in his narrative style.
The Art of Sports Storytelling
The veteran journalist shares his influences, highlighting figures such as José Ángel de la Casa, Juan Antonio Fernández Abajo and José Félix Pons as his references in sports storytelling. He reflects on the generation gap in match narration and the debate over narrative styles, emphasizing the importance of maintaining elegance and balance in television communication.
The Debate on Narrative Styles
Grande addresses the impact of younger generations and their influence on sports storytelling, pointing out the emergence of two models of storytelling and communication in games. She highlights the importance of choosing the right television language, advocating a balanced approach that prioritizes quality over overinformation and excess emotionality.
Resilience in the Digital Age
The narrator reflects on the impact of social media on sports storytelling, sharing his experience in the face of online criticism and debate. He emphasizes the importance of maintaining calm and elegance in his narrative style, despite divergent opinions. In addition, he highlights his capacity for continuous learning throughout his extensive career.
