Largo FD – [LXT] USA
The LXT extrication team from Largo Fire Rescue is dedicated to sharing knowledge and teaching street-based vehicle extrication techniques across the state, nation, and now the world. Built on passion, hard work, and a competitive spirit, the team brings together firefighters ranging from three to 21 years of fire service experience. Through training, competition, and real-world experience, LXT continues to grow and evolve while representing the City of Largo on the international stage. The team is excited to bring its commitment, pride, and relentless work ethic to Rio and once again showcase its abilities on the world stage.
Palm Beach County – [Punishers] USA
The PUNISHERS Extrication Team was established in 2018, continuing a long tradition of Palm Beach County Fire Rescue extrication teams that dates back to 1984. Built on professionalism, teamwork, and dedication to the fire service, we are proud to represent Palm Beach County Fire Rescue ,the United States, and NAVRA, while competing on the world stage.
Miami Dade FD – Blackhearts – USA
The Blackheart Extrication Team, established in 2011, has been on a relentless pursuit of excellence. By sharing knowledge gained from years in junkyards and global competitions, such as NAVRA and the WRO, they’ve been able to refine their skills. The team underwent a significant transformation less than a year ago, welcoming new members. Based out of Miami Dade Fire Rescue, the team is comprised of:
– FF/Andrew Silverman, Lead Tech
– FF/Casey Sticco, Interior Tech
– FF/Danny Sanchez, Incident Command
– Lt/ Desi Monteavero, Medic
– - FF/Paula Larreal, Interior Medic
– Lt/Ryan Alvarez, Tech
– FF/Marcelo Sigler, Tech
Burlington FD – Canada
Burlington Vehicle Rescue Team is proud to return to the World Rescue Challenge, having last competed in the Azores in 2024. Representing the City of Burlington, Ontario, Canada, this year’s team is largely composed of members attending their first WRC — a junior squad eager to test their skills on the world stage. While they may be new to the international competition environment, they bring with them the dedication and drive that defines Burlington Fire Department. The team looks forward to competing alongside the best rescue teams from across the globe, and to bringing home the knowledge, techniques, and inspiration that will elevate the level of service they provide to their community.
Mures Extrication team – Romania
Team members :
GRAT – Traffic Accident Rescue Group | Bombers de la Generalitat de Catalunya – Spain
The GRAT (Traffic Accident Rescue Group) is formed by members from different fire stations of the Bombers de la Generalitat de Catalunya, all of them professionals involved in training and specialising in road traffic accident rescue at the Catalan Firefighters School.
With more than fifteen years of experience taking part in vehicle extrication competitions, the members of GRAT combine the knowledge gained from real emergency situations with a constant commitment to training, technical improvement and continuous learning. Their goal is not only to compete, but also to keep evolving as rescuers in order to provide an increasingly effective and safer response to the community.
For the second consecutive year, the team takes on the challenge of representing Bombers de la Generalitat at the World Rescue Challenge, following their participation in Croatia, and with their sights set on WRC2026 in Brazil.
GRAT arrives at this international event as the current Spanish Road Traffic Accident Rescue Champions, a title they also achieved in the previous edition, demonstrating their commitment, preparation and teamwork.
Beyond the results, GRAT is built on a strong personal bond between its members. They are a group of professionals who share friendship, a passion for rescue, and the motivation to train together and become better every day. Every training session, every scenario and every competition represent an opportunity to learn, share knowledge and transfer that experience into their daily work during real emergency operations.
GRAT’s commitment is to continue growing as a team, improving rescue techniques and sharing all the knowledge gained in order to help save lives and provide the best possible service to society.
GROS – Bombers de la Generalitat de Catalunya, Spain
GROS is the vehicle extrication team from Parc de Bombers GROS Cerdanyola, part of the Bombers de la Generalitat de Catalunya. We are incredibly proud to represent our fire service and our country as we compete for the first time at the World Rescue Challenge in vehicle extrication.
Although this is our debut in the Extrication Challenge, our team has previously competed at the World Rescue Challenge in Trauma, bringing valuable international experience. Gros Rescat is made up of highly experienced firefighters who share a passion for technical rescue, continuous learning, and teamwork.
We are excited to challenge ourselves alongside some of the world’s best rescue teams, to exchange knowledge and techniques, and above all, to enjoy this unforgettable experience. Representing Catalonia and Spain on the world stage is a privilege, and we are ready to give our very best.
Test Dummy, Chile
The Test Dummy Rescue Team was founded in 2023, becoming the first team of its kind in Chile.
After competing in the first national and two Latin American extrication challenges, and under the auspices of the Latin American Vehicle Rescue Association (ALAREV), the team participated for the first time in the 2025 WRC in Croatia and now in Brazil in 2026. Our team is composed of volunteer firefighters and rescue instructors from different cities in Chile, which means we must coordinate our schedules to train in person.
The team is composed of:
Adolfo Grillo – IC
Nicolas Mella – EMT1
Ignacio Ahumada – EMT2
Joaquin Troncoso – Technical 1
Burcio Turconi – Technical 2
Patricio Lozano – Technical 3
We are very eager and excited to participate in this challenge and happy to have established, during our training process, an efficient and attractive way to transfer knowledge and best practices in this specialty, as well as to inspire those around us with our passion and dedication to learning and teaching.
CBVCDE – [URV] PARAGUAY
The Vehicle Rescue Unit of the Volunteer Fire Department of Ciudad del Este (CBVCDE) was established in 2015 with the purpose of strengthening our response to traffic accidents and providing safer and more efficient assistance to our community.
Over the years, the team has developed its expertise through training, operational experience, and participation in national rescue competitions, including its first international experience at the World Rescue Challenge 2025 in Croatia.
For our team, participating in the World Rescue Challenge Brazil 2026 is an opportunity to learn, share experiences, and continue improving our skills and techniques. We are proud to represent Paraguay and look forward to connecting with teams from around the world, gaining new knowledge and experiences that we can bring back to our community.
Team Members:
· Miguel Liuzzi – Incident Commander
· Rita Martínez – Paramedic
· Angélica González – Paramedic
· Carolina Ayala – Paramedic
· Nery Valdez – Technical
· Julio Paredes – Technical
· Gerardo Báez – Technical
· Guillermo González – Technical
Oxfordshire Extrication Team
The OFRS Extrication Team, established in 2012, work in the small rural County of Oxfordshire, UK.
The team ethos is not only to compete, but to improve RTC working within our Brigade, and we have a strong history of sharing the knowledge, techniques and equipment gained from our attendance with our colleagues.
This will be our 5th time at a WRC, having previously attended Portugal, Romania, Luxembourg and Lanzarote. We also compete at UKRO Regional events and the UK National Challenge.
We look forward to learning new skills and gaining additional knowledge that we can bring back from Brazil and testing ourselves against the best teams on the World stage.
Team Members –
Chris Battle – IC
Mark de la Coze – Medic
Sam Appleton – 2nd Medic
Justin Stanley – Tech
Chris Aust – Tech
Paul Roberts – Tech
TRT Karlovac, Croatia
Technical Rescue Team Karlovac was formed in 2019 as part of the Fire and Rescue Service of the City of Karlovac. Through years of competing across Europe, the team has achieved impressive results. One of our proudest accomplishments was winning 1st place at both the UAE Rescue Challenge 2025 and the Czech Rescue Challenge 2025.
Additionally, the team has been directly responsible for developing and running the Croatia Rescue Challenge since 2023, as well as organizing and hosting WRC 2025 Croatia, which took place in our city of Karlovac.
RSB Advance Rescue Extrication Team
The RSB Advance Rescue extrication team of the Lisbon Fire Brigade Regiment was created in early 2024 with the aim of continuing the work done by the main RSB team in the competitive aspect, but also in the training aspect, continuing the existing legacy. Over these two years, the team has participated in three national championships and one world championship, having reached the podium twice in the national championship with an honorable 3rd place in its first participation in 2024 and in 2026 it achieved 2nd place in this prestigious competition.
It also has a 9th place in its first international participation in the World Rescue Challenge 2024.
Learning and sharing knowledge is undoubtedly the main commitment of this team for better assistance to victims of traffic accidents.
The team consists of 7 members, with one member dedicated solely to coordination and 6 operational members:
Ventura Castiço – Coach/Coordinator
Acácio Severino – Team Leader
Rui Jardim – Medic
Vasco Morgado – Technician 1
David Vieira – Technician 2
Rui Graça – Technician 3
Fábio Rodrigues – Technician 4/Medic
North Collier Fire Rescue District, USA
NCXT Misfits team representing North Collier Fire Rescue District in Southwest Florida. Established three years ago, the team was formed with a shared commitment to advancing rescue skills through continuous training, collaboration, and competition. Our members bring a diverse range of experience, from four to more than twenty years in the fire service, creating a team that combines fresh perspectives with seasoned expertise.
The NCXT Misfits are dedicated to improving the safety and effectiveness of vehicle rescue operations by challenging ourselves against some of the best extrication teams in the world. Every competition provides an opportunity to evaluate new techniques, refine our skills, and bring valuable knowledge back to our department. That experience is shared through department training and regional partnerships, helping strengthen rescue capabilities throughout our community.
Representing North Collier Fire Rescue is a responsibility we take great pride in. Our success is built on professionalism, teamwork, humility, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. None of our accomplishments would be possible without the continued support of North Collier Fire Rescue District, our department leadership, our families, and the many firefighters who train alongside us. We are honored to represent our department and the fire service while continuing to learn, compete, and grow on the international stage.
Team Members:
IC Dustin Gourley
Tech Michael Matarazzo
Tech James Langlois
Tech Mason Marty
Tech/Medic Maximillian Padilla
Medic Colton Rose
Alt Randy Fite
TRT Kordall – Luxembourg
TRT Kordall is an association founded in 2013 by volunteer firefighters. After participating in the CISMA Rescue Challenge (Luxembourg) , the team was established with the goal of representing Luxembourg at both national and international rescue and trauma competitions, a mission we continue to fulfill today.
Over the years, TRT Kordall has proudly taken part in numerous prestigious events, including the URKO Challenge in England, the VFDU Rescue Challenges in Germany, competitions in Austria, and, most notably, several World Rescue Challenges.
Today, TRT Kordall consists of one Rescue Team, two Trauma Teams, and 16 members.
Our mission is to continuously train, develop, and improve our skills in managing road traffic collisions and trauma emergencies under realistic conditions. Through teamwork, professionalism, and a commitment to learning, we intend to provide the highest standards of rescue and patient care.
SDIS 44 – France
The SDIS 44 extrication team was created in 2015. It is attached to the Loire-Atlantique Departmental Fire and Rescue Service. This department is located in western France, about a 4-hour drive from Paris.
This is their 8th participation in the World Rescue Challenge. It’s always a pleasure to meet up with other international teams to share and exchange our experiences. It’s also an honor to represent France in this competition.
TRT Inzing – Austria
Founded in 2009 as part of the Freiwillige Feuerwehr Inzing, TRT Inzing stands for teamwork, performance, and the pursuit of continuous improvement. After competing in several local events, the team has gained valuable experience in international competitions, using each challenge to refine its techniques and teamwork. After all these years, the team is proud to represent Austria this year at the World Rescue Challenge, now as an official member of the World Rescue Organisation through ATRO.
Albert Ziegler – IC
Wolfgang Rainer – Medic
Julian Vogler – 2nd Medic
Lukas Springer – Tool
Mario Gebhart – Tool
Sandro Greil – Safety
RESCUE TEAM SÃO PAULO 01
A STORY OF UNITY, OVERCOMING CHALLENGES, AND PURPOSE!
The story of Rescue Team São Paulo 01 (RTSP 01) began in 2015 at the São Paulo Firefighters Academy (Escola Superior de Bombeiros — ESB), with the creation of the ESB Team. What started as a desire to improve techniques and share knowledge continued to grow, bringing together professionals from different units of the São Paulo State Fire Department. From this journey, RTSP 01 was born: a team united by a common purpose — to improve, share knowledge, and save lives! Throughout this journey, we have built much more than a competition team. We have built a family founded on humility, discipline, trust, respect, and teamwork. Every training session, every challenge, and every experience has contributed to our technical and personal growth, strengthening our mission to improve incident command, pre-hospital care, and vehicle extrication techniques. Our participation in vehicle rescue challenges gives us the opportunity to push our limits, learn from other professionals, and bring the knowledge we gain back to our daily operations — knowledge that can make the difference between life and death.
We move forward with our feet firmly on the ground, our hearts filled with pride, and the responsibility of representing the São Paulo State Fire Department, always striving to improve and share what we learn.
More than a team, we are a family. More than competing, we strive to save lives. More than winning titles, we want to leave a lasting legacy.
RESCUE TEAM SÃO PAULO 01 — humility to learn, discipline to improve, and unity to win!
South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue
South Yorkshire Fire & Rescue is a metropolitan fire and rescue service in the United Kingdom, serving over 1.3 million people across Barnsley, Doncaster, Rotherham and Sheffield. Operating from 21 fire stations, our firefighters respond to a wide range of emergencies, including road traffic collisions and technical rescues, across busy urban centres, major transport networks and rural communities.
Our rescue team is proud to represent South Yorkshire at the World Rescue Challenge in Rio de Janeiro, competing alongside some of the best rescue teams from around the world. The team is passionate about technical rescue, teamwork and delivering the highest standards of casualty care.
We welcome the opportunity to test our skills, share knowledge and learn from other teams, bringing valuable experience back to South Yorkshire to further improve our operational response and the outcomes for the communities we serve.
SDIS 17 – France
We are an extrication team of six professional firefighters and one volunteer nurse.
Even though the team has undergone some changes, we have been competing in French national championships since 2016, winning four French titles.
We have also been participating in the WRC since 2008, with the exception of 2017 and 2018. We value the opportunity to meet specialists from around the world, share good times, and exchange ideas regarding our practices, techniques, and tips.
We look forward to seeing you in Rio and having a wonderful time.
TEAM NEUBURG 🇩🇪
Team Neuburg is competing in the World Rescue Challenge (WRC) for the sixth time. 🌎🚒
Our previous WRC journeys have taken us to South Africa, France, Luxembourg, Lanzarote, and Croatia—and now the word is:
🇧🇷 RIO – HERE WE COME! 🇧🇷
We are thrilled to be participating again this year and to have the opportunity to represent Germany at this international competition. For us as a volunteer fire department, this is a special honor—and, naturally, a source of pride.
Beyond the competition itself, we are especially looking forward to international exchange, many exciting encounters, and—of course—reuniting with friends and teams from around the globe.
Now it’s time for:
Equipment check – Team ready – Rio, here we come! 💪🚒
🔧 Our Team
TECHNICAL:
Alexander Hausfelder
Josef Mayer
SAFETY:
Lukas Adler
Florian Hausfelder – Second Medic
MEDIC:
Maximilian Schaul
INCIDENT COMMANDER (IC):
Markus Rieß
🌎🚒 SEE YOU IN RIO! 🇧🇷
Lisbon Extrication Team
Founded in 2011, the Lisbon Extrication Team is a dedicated group of firefighters committed to improving vehicle rescue and extrication techniques through continuous training, teamwork, and participation in rescue challenges.
Over the years, the team has had the privilege of representing Portugal in national and international competitions, gaining valuable experience while sharing knowledge with rescue professionals from around the world. These experiences have helped the team grow both technically and professionally.
The team’s achievements include 13 Portuguese National Rescue Challenge titles, two World Rescue Challenge championships (Lisbon 2015 and Lanzarote 2023), three World Championship runner-up finishes, as well as several other podium and top-four finishes in international competitions. These results reflect the dedication, hard work, and commitment of every team member, as well as the support of the Lisbon Fire Regiment.
Above all, the Lisbon Extrication Team believes that every competition is an opportunity to learn, exchange experiences, and ultimately improve the quality of rescue provided to the public. Their main goal remains the same: to be better prepared to save lives whenever they are called to serve.
The team consists of 7 members, with one member dedicated solely to coordination and 6 operational members:
Ventura Castiço – Coach/Coordinator
Miguel Duarte – Team Leader
Tiago Correia – Medic
Vitor Gomes – Technician
Fernando Mafra – Technician
João Silva – Technician
Diogo Lourenço – Technician/Medic
Covasna Trauma Team – România
,,Covasna Trauma Team has been competing in its current lineup since 2024 and consists of three paramedics: Georgy, Timi, and Mirel. Throughout the past three years, the team has continuously evolved through sustained effort, discipline, and continuous training in the field of qualified first aid.
Together with the team’s coordinators and instructors, the three paramedics have built a journey based on trust, collaboration, and professionalism. Each stage of training has contributed to the development of a united team capable of facing the most complex challenges.
In 2026, the team won first place in the Trauma event at the Romanian National Extrication and Trauma Challenge, an achievement that earned them qualification for the World Rescue Challenge. This success is the result of continuous effort, dedication, and the support provided by the coordinators and instructors who contributed to the team’s preparation.
At the World Rescue Challenge in Brazil, Georgy, Timi, and Mirel proudly represent the “Mihai Viteazul” Inspectorate for Emergency Situations of Covasna County, Romania, carrying forward the values of professionalism, responsibility, and teamwork.”
Tamarac – RAC City EMS – USA
Tamarac Fire Rescue EMS Team, known as Rac City EMS, has been competing at a high level for more than a decade. The team consists of Capt. Mike Boyhan, Capt. Kingman Mais, Lt. Chris Curbelo, and DE Francois Avril, and participates in 7–10 EMS competitions annually. For the past three years, Tamarac’s EMS team has been ranked #1 in the State of Florida, reflecting its dedication to clinical excellence, teamwork, and continuous improvement. Rac City EMS is committed to providing the highest standard of prehospital care while promoting innovation, education, and advancement within the EMS profession.
NZHM Grad Zagreb – Croatia
We are Trauma Team Zagreb from Croatia, consisting of Iva, Lucija and Robert, emergency medical professionals from the Zagreb Institute of Emergency Medicine.
United by our passion for trauma and prehospital emergency care, we continuously train, learn and challenge ourselves to provide the best possible care for our patients. This year, we proudly achieved 1st place at the Croatia Rescue Challenge, a milestone that reflects our dedication, teamwork and commitment to excellence.
We are proud to represent Croatia and look forward to learning, sharing experiences and connecting with colleagues from around the world.
Train together. Perform together. Save lives.
Miami Dade Fire Rescue – Trauma team
The Miami-Dade Fire Rescue Advanced Life Support (ALS) Competition Team is composed of an elite group of Firefighter/Paramedics who represent the pinnacle of clinical knowledge, technical proficiency, and operational excellence within the department. FF/PM Julius Cruz, FF/PM Brooke Starke, and FF/PM Darius Avant bring together an exceptional level of medical expertise, relentless dedication, and the ability to perform under the most demanding conditions. Driven by a commitment to excellence and a passion for mastering their craft, the team competes on the international stage to demonstrate the highest standards of prehospital emergency medicine and proudly uphold the reputation of Miami-Dade Fire Rescue.
Palm Beach County -Trauma Team USA
Bucharest Trauma team – Romania
Bucharest Trauma Team is proud to represent Romania at the 2026 World Rescue Challenge in Rio de Janeiro.
Esposende Volunteer Fire Department -Portugal
“Hi, I’m Inês and I’m Marta, and we’ve been firefighters for five years with the Esposende Volunteer Fire Department. This was our first year competing in the national trauma championships, where we learned a great deal, formed friendships and professional relationships, and gained valuable knowledge for our day-to-day work. We’re a young team; we’ve been working together as a pre-hospital team since November 2025, and we know we still have a lot to learn. Participating in the world championships is a dream come true, and being able to compete side by side with the best teams in the world will certainly be an enriching experience that we can’t wait for! See you in November, Brazil!”
Graz Trauma team – Austria
Team Scotland
Representing Team Scotland, we are Ron and Luc—an Ayrshire-based team brought together by a shared dedication to emergency response. Between us, Luc works as a local Paramedic, Ron serves as a Watch Commander in Kilmarnock, and we both respond as On-Call Firefighters out of Ayr Fire Station. Formed in 2023, we are excited to step onto the international stage for the World Rescue Challenge. We look forward to testing our skills, learning alongside world-class rescue teams, and sharing this incredible experience with the global firefighter community.
Dublin Civil Defence – Ireland
We are Emily and Jen, two members of Dublin Civil Defence, proudly representing Ireland on the world stage at the World Rescue Trauma Challenge.
We are volunteers. This isn’t our day job, it’s something we choose to do.
We give our own time to train, respond, learn and develop our skills so that when someone needs us, we’re ready.
Our journey started in two different rescue classes. We came from different operational backgrounds, with different experiences and skill sets, but through training, competition and countless hours working together, something much stronger developed… a genuine friendship and an unbreakable team bond.
Jen is a Search & Rescue member, qualified medic and Canine Search & Rescue Handler. Her experience has developed her ability to work in challenging environments, think under pressure and adapt when situations don’t go to plan.
Emily comes from Fire, Search & Rescue and is also a qualified medic, she brings valuable fire, rescue and medical experience to the team. Emily also has had to adapt to challenging environments and think fast under pressure.
We may come from different disciplines, but we have learned that our differences are our strength.
We bring together our individual skills, knowledge and experience and turn them into one team.
But our partnership is about more than rescue skills. It’s about trust. It’s about friendship. It’s about knowing when to push each other, when to listen, and when the pressure is on, knowing the person beside you has your back.
Competition has challenged us, training has tested us, and the journey has brought us closer together.
We have learned to communicate without hesitation, rely on each other’s strengths and work towards one common goal, giving the casualty the very best chance possible.
Now, we take that friendship, teamwork and experience beyond Ireland.
We are incredibly proud to carry the Irish flag, represent Dublin Civil Defence, and compete alongside the best teams in the world.
To represent Ireland doing something we volunteer our time and energy to do is an incredible honour.
Jen & Emo
West Palm Beach Trauma Team
Every call, every drill, every hour of training has led to this moment. Rio de Janeiro is next, and we’re ready to proudly represent West Palm Beach Fire Department and compete against the best EMS teams in the world.
Ponte de Sor – ALFA – Portugal
We are Ponte de Sor ALFA, represented by Telma Catarino and Nuno Cortinhas, volunteer firefighters from Ponte de Sor, Portugal.
It is a great honor to represent Portugal and, in particular, our hometown of Ponte de Sor, carrying with us the commitment, dedication, and values that define who we are.
We are also proud to represent everyone who supports us every day, helping us grow, improve, and become better professionals. This journey belongs to them as well, and thanks to their encouragement and support, we have the opportunity to be here.
Cruz Roja, Paraguay Asuncio
Team Name: Extricación FA
Country: Paraguay
Organization: Cruz Roja Paraguaya – Filial Asunción
TEAM MEMBERS:
• Francisco Candia – Paramédico 1
• Guillermo Roa – Paramédico 2
TEAM BIO:
Extricación FA is a trauma team from the Paraguayan Red Cross, Asunción Branch, made up of 2 members with a strong competitive background. The team made their debut at the 2016 National Championship, claiming the title and earning their spot at the 2016 WRO World Championship. They have competed in every event organized by the Asociación Paraguaya de Rescate and currently hold the title of reigning National Champions, having also represented Paraguay at the 2024 and 2025 Latin American Championships.
Roude Leiw Trauma Team, Luxembourg
We are a new team since this year, hoping being able to perform well dhring the WRC.
(The guy on the left) Hi, my name is Jason Rodrigues Da Silva. I am 26 years old and will celebrate my 27th birthday on November 19. I currently work as a First Aid Instructor, a role that allows me to share my passion for emergency care while teaching life-saving skills to people of all ages. My professional journey began as an Architectural Draftsman before I moved into a role as a Civil Engineering Technician. Later, I fulfilled a lifelong ambition by becoming a Professional Firefighter. My passion for the fire service started when I was just eight years old and has remained a defining part of my life ever since. In addition to my professional career, I continue to serve as an active member of the Mamer Fire and Rescue Service (CGDIS Luxembourg), where I am proud to contribute to my community. Outside of work, I enjoy firefighting, cars, and traveling. I am looking forward to the WRC and hope to meet both new colleagues and familiar faces throughout the event.
(On the right) Hi, my name is Kevin Moro. I am 33 years old and I am from Luxembourg. I currently volunteer with the CGDIS, where I serve as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). After 18 years in this role, I decided to further develop my skills and will begin firefighter training next year. In addition, since 2026 I have been a member of the Aeronautical Rescue Sub-Center in Luxembourg, where I coordinate Search and Rescue (SAR) missions in my capacity as an Aviation Expert. My professional career follows a different path, as I work as a pilot for Cargolux. I am looking forward to the WRC and hope to meet familiar faces from the 2014 WRC.
Davie Fire Rescue Trauma Team
Team Name: Davie Fire. Team County: USA.
Ryan Garth – Command
Andrew LeMay – Medic
Kieran Baddeley – Medic
Andrew Diaz – Manager
Davie ALS team has been competing together for 5 years and are excited to attend their 3rd World Rescue Challenge. We just competed in Czech Republic and hope to use what we learned there to have a successful performance in Brazil.
Bizkaia Trauma Team – Spain
We are Alex Graña and David Castro, professional firefighters with the Provincial Fire Service of Bizkaia, in the Basque Country, northern Spain.
We have been working together for more than ten years, building a strong professional relationship based on trust, teamwork, and a shared commitment to emergency response. Since 2023, we have been competing together as a Trauma Team, taking part in both internal and national competitions, where we have continued to develop our skills and strengthen our ability to work under pressure.
For us, trauma competitions are much more than a challenge. They are an opportunity to improve our clinical skills, refine our teamwork and communication, and bring valuable lessons back to our everyday work as firefighters and emergency responders.
We are proud to represent our fire service, Bizkaia, and Spain at the World Rescue Challenge 2026 in Rio de Janeiro. We look forward to challenging ourselves alongside some of the best trauma teams in the world, sharing experiences, learning from other professionals, and building new friendships within the international rescue community.
After more than a decade working side by side, we know the value of trust, preparation, and teamwork when every second counts. We are excited to bring that experience to Rio and give our very best.
See you in Brazil!
Boca Raton Fire Rescue Trauma Team
Boca raton fire rescue EMS competition team consist of Firefighter Erik Cooper, Alejandro Colas, Edrick Diaz, Sara Jacobson. Traveling from Florida for Worlds and cannot wait to compete!
Seme Paraguay Trauma Team
Representing SEME PARAGUAY, we are Rodrigo Zárate and Alcides Salinas—both paramedics, colleagues, and longtime friends. We have been competing in national rescue and trauma challenges since 2017,after several years of trying to participate in the World Rescue Challenge, we are finally making it a reality this year; it is an extraordinary opportunity to learn and exchange knowledge with top-tier professionals.
Cro Trauma Team- Croatia
Country: Croatia
Organization Represented: Zagreb County Emergency Medical Service
Number of Years Competing at WRC: First year
🩺 About the Team
Cro Trauma Team is proud to represent Zagreb County Emergency Medical Service (Croatia) at the World Rescue Challenge 2025. Our team is made up of two trained and experienced professionals:
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Davorin Novosel, a medical technician specialized in emergency medicine
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Bruno Gross, a resident doctor currently training in emergency medicine
We train rigorously throughout the year to sharpen our clinical expertise, technical precision, and seamless teamwork. Our participation in WRC reflects our commitment to improving patient outcomes through simulation, innovation, and international collaboration.
💡 Motivation
We believe that, while our knowledge and technical skills are solid, there is always room for growth — and no better way to grow than by competing alongside the best teams in the world.
Participating in the WRC allows us to benchmark our performance, learn from international peers, and bring home innovative practices to improve care in our local communities.
Every scenario pushes us to think faster, work smarter, and communicate more effectively — all critical elements of real-life trauma care. And by training in a simulated environment, we’re able to focus fully on improving our skills without the immediate stress of caring for a real-life patient.
SDIS 78 – France
Sonia and Maxime are each a member of the two trauma teams of the Yvelines fire and rescue (servicing the suburbs to the west of Paris).
Sonia, our medic, is a professional nurse at the hospital of Reims, (the champagne capital)! She also works for the fire and rescue service for the Fire Department of the Yvelines. She has earned the title of French champion 2025 in the trauma competition.
Maxime , our technician, is a firefighter in the Yvelines department as well. As well. This is Maxime’s first year on the trauma competition team. Showing great potential, he and his partner finished 5th place this year.
(The team we are sending are representing our full team and will be competing for the first time together demonstrating our spirit of unity).