Huesca, Spain – Bádminton Huesca La Magia edged past Pitius de Ibiza in a thrilling 4-3 contest on Saturday, significantly boosting their chances of remaining in the Liga Top-10 Iberdrola. The hard-fought victory, secured at the Palacio de los Deportes de Huesca, came after a challenging start that saw the team fall behind early in the match.
The encounter began unfavorably for the home side, with Finh Bush and Susanna Ogden dropping the first match of the mixed doubles to Yadiel Gil and Carmen María Jiménez. The Ibizan pair prevailed with scores of 5-11, 7-11, 11-9, and 8-11. This initial setback was compounded as Huesca as well lost both the men’s and women’s doubles matches.
Alejandro Gállego and Gonzalo Isábal faced a tough challenge in the men’s doubles against Jonty Russ, ultimately falling in straight sets: 9-11, 9-11, and 6-11. The women’s doubles pairing of Susanna Ogden and Tashvi Parab also suffered a defeat, losing to Carmen María Jiménez and Elizabeth Toman with scores of 2-11, 6-11, and 5-11. With a 3-0 deficit, the pressure shifted squarely onto the individual matches.
Huesca mounted a remarkable comeback in the individual events. Sonia Martínez secured a crucial point for the team when her opponent, María García, was forced to retire due to injury. Alejandro Gállego then added another victory, defeating Yadel Gil in a closely contested match with scores of 11-9, 11-7, and 11-9. This narrowed the gap and injected renewed hope into the Huesca team.
The match ultimately hinged on the final two individual contests. Tashvi Parab delivered a strong performance, securing a win for Huesca against Sofía García with scores of 11-6, 11-6, and 11-10. The decisive point came from Natxo Cervelló, who overcame Jonty Russ with a scoreline of 11-8, 11-9, and 11-7, sealing the 4-3 victory for Bádminton Huesca La Magia.
The result moves Huesca closer to securing their place in the Liga Top-10 Iberdrola, with just two rounds remaining. Currently holding 9 points, Huesca has a favorable position over Ibiza, who have 6 points. A tie in points is now less likely to be a concern for Huesca, as they hold a significant advantage in the tie-breaker scenarios. The team will enjoy a bye in the next round, allowing for rest and preparation.
Ibiza’s remaining schedule includes a match against Cartagena, which will also serve as the final match for Huesca. Ibiza will also face La Rinconada, the league’s bottom team. The outcome of these matches will be critical for both teams as they battle to avoid relegation. For Huesca, the focus remains on maintaining their current form and capitalizing on their favorable position in the standings.
This victory represents a significant step forward for Bádminton Huesca La Magia, demonstrating their resilience and determination in the face of adversity. The team’s ability to overcome a 3-0 deficit underscores their fighting spirit and tactical adaptability. Fans will be eagerly anticipating their final match against Cartagena, hoping to witness them officially confirm their Liga Top-10 Iberdrola status.
Next up, Bádminton Huesca La Magia will face Cartagena in their final match of the season. The date and time of the match are yet to be confirmed, but details will be released by the league in due course. Stay tuned to Archysport for further updates and coverage of the Liga Top-10 Iberdrola.
