Local Athletes Compete Fiercely in National Ranking Event

Huesca badminton players demonstrated strong performances at the recent tournament in Alfajarín, securing multiple silver medals across various age categories. Hugo Gállego and Lucía Rodríguez were among the standout competitors, reaching the finals in their respective events.

Gállego’s Near Misses in U-17 Competition

Hugo Gállego partnered with Sara Arenas (Volante Rute) and reached the final in the U-17 mixed doubles, ultimately falling to Alba Pérez (Lardero)-Pablo Sanz (Hoyo de Manzanares) in a close three-set match. The final score was 16-21, 24-22, and 11-21.

“After winning the first, Pérez and Sanz have come back in the next two to seize the title by a tight 24-22 and a final 21-11.”

In the individual U-17 tournament, Gállego, seeded fourth, advanced to the semifinals before being defeated by the top seed, Feliu Terol (Xátiva), in three sets (21-17, 17-21, 21-17) after a 59-minute battle.

Jorge Royo too had a strong showing, reaching the quarterfinals before losing to Raúl Hernández in a hard-fought duel.

Rodríguez Excels in U-13 Category

Lucía Rodríguez, alongside Telma Ruso, secured a silver medal in the U-13 women’s doubles, losing a thrilling three-set final against Yue Fucha-Vega López (21-18, 18-21, 21-17) after a 49-minute contest.

“Lucía Rodríguez, completing her great tournament, has fallen in the individual semifinals.”

Rodríguez also reached the individual semifinals in the U-13 category before being defeated by her doubles partner, Telma Ruso.

Other Notable Performances

Martín Coronas also reached the U-13 semifinals before falling to Biel Garrell. Dani Coronas and Andrés Bastos competed in the U-17 category, while several other Huesca players participated, gaining valuable experience.

Nerea Marco (CB Binéfar) also participated in the U-17 individual and doubles events.

FAQ

• Who won the U-17 mixed doubles? Alba Pérez (Lardero)-Pablo Sanz (Hoyo de Manzanares)
• What was the final score of the U-13 women’s doubles final? 21-18, 18-21, 21-17
• Which Huesca player reached the U-17 individual semifinals? Hugo Gállego