Antonio Campoy Crowned Mataró’s Top Athlete for 2025
Mataró kickboxer Antonio Campoy was the star of the 71st Night of Sports by winning the award for best athlete of 2025. The gala, held yesterday, Friday the 27th at the Monumental Theater, brought together the city’s sports community and recognized a total of 48 individual athletes and 20 teams for their results throughout the year.
Campoy’s Championship Run
Campoy, 35, received maximum recognition after becoming WAKO (World Association of Kickboxing Organizations) world champion
, a title that consolidates his career as one of the current biggest names in kickboxing. He also holds championships at the Catalan, Spanish and Mediterranean levels, capping off a successful season.
A Night of Recognition
The gala was chaired by the mayor, David Bote, and the Councilor for Sports, Bea Delgado, and was attended by institutional representatives from the Catalan and provincial sports world. The event reivindicated sport as an element of collective pride and social cohesion, capable of uniting generations, neighborhoods and disciplines.
Award Winners by Category
The Night of Sports honored top athletes in various categories:
- Female Child: Carlota Losilla Gómez (Twirling)
- Male Infant: Lucas Fernandez (Artistic Gymnastics)
- Female Cadet: Gloria Rodríguez Latorre (Badminton)
- Male Cadet: Biel Llobet Ribas (Figure Skating)
- Female Youth: Isabel Shuang Cui Xu (Artistic Swimming)
- Male Youth: Nil Poza Cervantes (Basketball)
- Senior Female: Aihnoa Trigo Valldeperas and Claudia Fernàndez (Figure Skating)
- Senior Male: Antonio Campoy (Kickboxing)
- Deportista Special Olympic: Xenia Jubany (Hockey grass)
- Special Paralympic Athlete: Daniel Ferrer Robles (Swimming)
Team and Promotion Recognition
The best teams in each category were also awarded:
- Children’s: Men’s Children’s Roller Hockey Team (A)
- Cadet: Cadet Women’s Futsal Team
- Youth: Youth Men’s Futsal Team
- Senior: Senior men’s artistic gymnastics team
- Special Olympic: Team A of the Arquera Mataró Cultural and Sports Association (7-a-side soccer and indoor soccer)
- Paralympic: Sports Adapted from the Center Natació Mataró (swimming)
Promotions were also highlighted, including those of Club Esportiu Futsal Mataro’s senior men’s B and women’s teams to Third National and Second National Division, respectively, as well as promotions for teams from the Center Natació Mataró and CE Mataró Escola de Futbol.
Anniversaries and Special Awards
The Night of Esport also honored historic clubs celebrating anniversaries, such as the Center Atlètic Laietania (100 years) and the Club Tennis Mataro (75 years). Special awards were given to Ivan Palanco (best technician), Francesc de Lanuza (best master’s athlete), Pep Folqué (best journalistic perform), and Ramón Torralba Jiménez (refereeing work). Berta Ferreras and Albert Ramos Viñolas received the award for best sports career, whereas Alberto Encinas was recognized as a sports coach.
School Sports and Safe Sport Campaign
The gala recognized the promotion of school sports, with awards to Escola GEM, Escola Rocafonda, Escola Maristes Valldemia and the Institut Alexandre Satorras. The municipal campaign In Mataró, safe sport
was also presented, aiming to guarantee respect, equality and fair play.
Did you know?
Antonio Campoy is also active on Instagram, where he shares updates on his training and career. Check out his profile here.
Pro Tip
Consistent training and dedication are key to success in kickboxing, as demonstrated by Antonio Campoy’s achievements.
FAQ
- What is WAKO?
WAKO stands for the World Association of Kickboxing Organizations. - Where was the Night of Sports held?
The gala was held at the Monumental Theater in Mataró. - How old is Antonio Campoy?
Antonio Campoy is 35 years old.
Antonio Campoy’s recognition as Mataró’s top athlete underscores the city’s commitment to sporting excellence and the dedication of its athletes. His WAKO world championship title serves as an inspiration to aspiring athletes in the region.