Auria Badminton Club Dominates National League Second Division Gold

Lanzarote Team Secures Top Spot with Impressive Wins

The Auria Bádminton Club asserted its status as a force to be reckoned with, taking the lead in the National League Second Division Gold after a dominant performance this past weekend. The Lanzarote-based club secured victories against both Viladecans and Valladolid at the IES Blas Cabrera Felipe facilities in Arrecife.

Comfortable Victory Over Viladecans

Auria Bádminton Club began Saturday with a decisive 7-0 win against Viladecans. The team displayed a comprehensive performance, winning all seven matches contested.

• Mixed Doubles: Martín Barbado and Laura María Solis defeated Óscar Muñoz and Aina Pablo (11-6, 11-8, 11-5).
• Women’s Doubles: Laura María Solis and Sara Vianelli beat Laia Minguez and Aina Pablo (10-11, 11-3, 11-7, 11-6).
• Men’s Doubles: Martín Barbado and Miguel Barbado beat Héctor Flores and Marc Villanueva (11-4, 11-9, 10-11, 9-11, 11-4).
• Women’s Singles: Zeneida Ortiz defeated Laia Minguez (6-11, 11-6, 11-7, 11-10) and Sara Vianelli beat Nora Lacalle (11-2, 11-5, 11-3).
• Men’s Singles: Samuel Tarife beat Marc Villanueva (11-6, 4-11, 11-9, 9-11, 11-4) and Miguel Barbado beat Héctor Flores (11-9, 9-11, 11-3, 11-8).

Close Contest Against Valladolid

The match against Valladolid proved to be a more challenging affair, requiring Auria Bádminton Club to rally from behind. The final score was 4-3 in favor of the Lanzarote team.

“The duel against Valladolid was closer, with Auria Bádminton Club having to overcome an adverse score in the last two singles matches.”

Valladolid initially gained the upper hand, but Auria Bádminton Club demonstrated resilience and secured crucial victories in the later stages of the competition.

• Mixed Doubles: Javier Barrios – Ana Sainz defeated Martín Barbado and Laura María Solis (4-11, 9-11, 5-11).
• Women’s Doubles: Laura María Solis and Sara Vianelli equalized the match, beating África Cimas – Sheila Diez (11-6, 11-8, 11-6).
• Men’s Doubles: Miguel Barbado and Samuel Tarife beat Iker Bartolomé – Isaac Martín (10-11, 11-6, 11-6, 11-9).
• Women’s Singles: Zeneida Ortiz lost to África Cimas (7-11, 11-10, 8-11, 5-11) and Sara Vianelli beat Ana Sainz (11-10, 11-10, 7-11, 11-10).
• Men’s Singles: Adrián Carabali lost to Javier Barrios (9-11, 6-11, 9-11) and Miguel Barbado beat Iker Bartolomé (11-8, 11-4, 11-4).

Looking Ahead

With these two victories, Auria Bádminton Club currently leads the Second Gold Division of the National Club League, having won all four matches played to date. Their next challenge will be on April 18 and 19, where they will face Alfajarín, Tenzul El Rosario “B”, and Goose Wings.

The Auria Bádminton Club’s strong start to the season positions them as a team to watch in the National League. Their dedication to skill development, teamwork, and sportsmanship promises an exciting season for fans.