Tension in the studio of the popular Spanish TV show “Pasapalabra” has reached its peak. Two intellectuals, Manu Pascual and Rosa Rodriguez, have turned their participation into an extended battle of wits, closely followed by viewers across the country. While both aim for the show’s lucrative grand prize, they stick to a pragmatic strategy—winning each episode to steadily grow their personal earnings. Both know well that, when one of them finally claims the final round, luck will also play a significant role.
Manu Pascual, a young man from Madrid, is rightly considered a veteran of the show. He made his debut on May 16, 2024, and has since taken part in 347 episodes. In that time, he has accumulated an impressive €217,800. This means he earns an average of about €628 each day he appears. His composure and depth of knowledge are remarkable, but the main trophy still eludes him.
His rival, Rosa Rodriguez, joined the game much later, on November 19, 2024. Born in La Coruña and of Argentine descent, she didn’t seem like a serious threat at first, but episode after episode, she has proven her high caliber. With 217 episodes under her belt, she has earned €114,600. Her average daily earnings are around €528—slightly less than her opponent’s—but her perseverance and strategic thinking have made her a formidable competitor.
It is important to note that these figures do not reflect the emotional rollercoaster experienced by the contestants. Each day’s financial outcome is unpredictable. If a participant loses in the final round of “El Rosco,” they receive nothing. A tie earns them €600, while a clear victory doubles that amount to €1,200. This week, the main prize fund that contestants are chasing is set at a truly historic €2,182,000, further fueling audience interest.
The road to the coveted prize is full of drama. Manu has already fallen just one step short of victory four times, unable to find the final word. This happened on June 20, 2024 (prize €250,000), July 7, 2024 (€364,000), February 26, 2025 (€1,276,000), and most recently, on March 28, 2025, when €1,414,000 was at stake. Rosa has also experienced this bitter feeling. On September 19, 2025, after 209 episodes, she gave 24 correct answers for the first time, missing out on €2,128,000 by just one letter.
The day after her near-triumph, Rosa admitted it had not been easy. She considered possible answers, but was not completely confident about the final word. This story vividly illustrates that in “Pasapalabra,” massive sums are almost within reach, yet can slip away at the last moment. While Manu and Rosa continue their thrilling rivalry, viewers are waiting to see which of them will finally name all 25 words and turn their average daily earnings into an amount that will change their life forever.
