Daida: Back to the Ocean on Rakuten TV
January 29, 2025

In honour of World Cancer Day on February 4th, Rakuten TV, the European streaming platforms, will release the Goya-nominated documentary Daida: Back to the Ocean, available for free in UK, Spain, France, Italy and Germany as part of their Rakuten TV Originals. The film tells the extraordinary journey of Daida Ruano, an 18-time world windsurfing champion, as she battles her greatest challenge: ovarian cancer.
Directed by Pablo Ramírez Bolaños,Daida: Back to the Ocean offers an intimate and powerful look at how the athlete confronted a life-altering diagnosis that threatened not only her life but also her most personal dream. The documentary is celebrated for its emotional depth and impact, earning a nomination for Best Documentary Short Film at the prestigious Goya Awards in Spain.
An Inspiring Story of Hope and Strength
Daida Ruano’s journey resonates far beyond the world of sports, delivering an inspiring message of courage and perseverance. As she faces one of life’s greatest adversaries, the documentary captures her unwavering spirit and her deep connection to the ocean that has defined her career and identity.
Boosting awareness on World Cancer Day with Daida
Daida: Back to the Ocean will be available for free streaming on Rakuten TV starting February 4th. To help raise visibility and awareness for World Cancer Day, Rakuten TV is making the documentary available for free in its AVoD section. This initiative ensures that this powerful story can reach as many viewers as possible. World Cancer Day is an international effort to promote awareness, enhance education, and inspire action in the global fight against cancer.