The Mexican national archery delegation concluded its international season by securing two silver medals during the Archery World Cup circuit, capping a competitive stretch that featured strong performances across multiple international stages. According to reports from jornada.com.mx, the team’s latest podium finishes highlighted a consistent run that culminated in regional and global matchups throughout the year.
Mixed Team and Men’s Team Podiums Highlight Final Stretch
In the mixed team competition, archers Miguel Becerra and Ximena Estrada claimed a silver medal after a narrow 154-156 defeat against Great Britain, as detailed by jornada.com.mx. The gold medal match proved intensely contested, opening with a tied 38-point score in the first four-arrow end before the British squad established a decisive advantage with a flawless 40-point third round.
“Siento que no sólo nosotros, sino en general el equipo que vino a esta copa, intentamos disfrutar al máximo esta oportunidad y los resultados se dieron”, declared Miguel Becerra in comments provided to Olympics.com and reported by jornada.com.mx. “Obviamente uno quiere ganar, quiere el oro, pero estamos supercontentos de obtener una presea a pocos días del inicio del ciclo olímpico.”
Ximena Estrada emphasized the competitive mindset of the pairing following the final arrows. “Queríamos sentir que también nosotros podíamos dar una buena pelea ante un gran rival”, shared Estrada, according to jornada.com.mx. “Desde la primera hasta la última fecha, siempre vamos a pelear por nuestro país.”
Men’s Team Battles Denmark in Close Title Match
In the men’s team division, the trio of Miguel Becerra, Elías Reyes, and Rodrigo Olvera earned another silver medal after falling 228-231 to Denmark, according to jornada.com.mx coverage. The Danish squad established an early lead on their opening launch and maintained a narrow margin through the remainder of the contest.
“Tener medallas olímpicas, ser campeones mundiales y tener gente top en la selección te ayuda a querer más y plantearte objetivos más demandantes”, stated Rodrigo Olvera, as reported by jornada.com.mx.
Season Totals and Upcoming Regional Calendar
According to jornada.com.mx, Mexico’s performances across the first four stops of the 2026 Archery World Cup circuit brought the country’s total to 15 medals for that phase of the season. Following these international events, the competitive calendar shifts toward regional championships, including the upcoming Central American and Caribbean Games in the Dominican Republic. During that competition, the national team aims to defend the regional title secured four years prior in San Salvador, where the delegation captured six gold, two silver, and two bronze medals.
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