The television show “Cifras y letras” on La 2 is experiencing a true renaissance, thanks to a new contestant who has captured the attention of all of Spain. His name is Diego Aguado, and he has turned this intellectual quiz into a thrilling spectacle. Since his debut on September 25, this 46-year-old from Madrid has displayed phenomenal skills, winning again and again. His streak of nine consecutive victories has already sparked lively debate, as he has matched the achievement of another audience favorite, Fer Castro. Now everyone is waiting to see if Diego can break the all-time record held by Carlos Rodríguez, who remained champion for 27 episodes.
However, Aguado’s dizzying success is no accident or beginner’s luck. He has a wealth of experience in a variety of television competitions. Long-time viewers might remember him from shows like “Password,” “Saber y ganar,” and even “Pasapalabra.” Diego is a true veteran of intellectual battles. His main advantage is not just his knowledge, but also his professional skills. With a background in mathematics, he honed his abilities working as a consultant for companies developing video games and board games. This is a rare case where work and hobby have merged into a winning formula.
The secret to his excellence lies in constant mental training. He admits that he regularly practices mental arithmetic and tackles word puzzles to keep his mind sharp. In addition, Diego is a member of the chess federation and actively participates in competitions, further developing his strategic thinking. But behind the image of an unshakable intellectual, there is a multifaceted personality. He is a big fan of absurd humor, and his favorite number is thirteen, defying all superstitions. Another of his passions is Japan. For the past two years, he has been diligently studying Japanese, dreaming of one day traveling through the Land of the Rising Sun.
For Diego himself, taking part in “Cifras y letras” is the fulfillment of a long-held dream. He recalls with some regret how, in his youth, the show was canceled before he had the chance to test his skills. Later on, he made an unsuccessful attempt to join the regional version of the show. Now, years later, not only did he make it on the program, but he also became its main star. When asked about his plans for the prize money, he answers without hesitation: every cent will go into a personal project related, of course, to his main passion—video games and board games. It seems this mathematician has calculated his path to success precisely, and he has no intention of stopping here.
