Judoca Frida Rosario Maya Weinmann secured a bronze medal in the Senior -57 kilogram category at the Supercopa de España Absoluta de Judo Ciudad de Valencia 2026, held on August 16, 2026, in Valencia, Spain. Representing Tampico, Tamaulipas, and Mexico, the athlete navigated preliminary elimination rounds in an international tournament that featured 290 competitors representing 33 nations.
Tournament Context and International Field
The Supercopa de España Absoluta brought together a broad international field to the Spanish coastal city. According to tournament records covered by regional sports reporting, the event drew 290 judocas from 33 countries, placing Maya Weinmann on the podium after a demanding series of matches in the highly competitive Senior division.
Competing against opponents from across Europe and other global regions, the Tampico native established her presence in the -57 kg bracket.
Coaching Staff and Institutional Support
Maya Weinmann’s preparation for the Spanish competition involved a structured coaching team. According to regional sports coverage, her day-to-day training in Tampico includes guidance from coach Eduardo Araujo. Additionally, the athlete receives oversight and direction from Jorge Luis Atencio, coach of the Mexican National Selection, supporting her progression through international brackets.
Institutional backing also played a role in the judoca’s trip to Europe. Coverage from state-level media notes that the athlete received support from the Government of Tamaulipas through the state sports institute, the Instituto del Deporte (INDE), facilitating her participation in overseas competitions.
Training Camp and Upcoming Schedule
The competition in Valencia marks only the first phase of the athlete’s current European trip. Rather than returning immediately to Mexico, Maya Weinmann is slated to remain in Spain to participate in an intensive training camp.
According to reports detailing her schedule, the judoca will train alongside top-tier competitors from Spain and the wider European region.
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