Ona Carbonell

Ona Carbonell is a prominent Spanish synchronized swimmer and Olympic medalist. She is now in the news due to her appointment as an independent member of the governing body of the Centre d’Alt Rendiment (CAR) in Sant Cugat. The CAR has been a significant part of her athletic career for 20 years, and she expresses enthusiasm about acting as a liaison between athletes and the organization, contributing to improved governance. Carbonell's appointment is part of a broader initiative to include independent experts in the governing bodies of public sector entities. Her involvement highlights the increasing recognition and influence of female athletes in sports administration and governance, following a generation of successful female athletes who raised the profile of various sports in Spain.