The 15th edition of the Trofeo Costa del Sol brings together Unicaja, Real Madrid, and La Laguna Tenerife from September 10 to 12, serving as a key benchmark for summer preparations across Málaga province.
Tournament Schedule Across Málaga Venues
The triangular tournament spans three distinct venues in Rincón de la Victoria, San Pedro de Alcántara, and Málaga capital. The competition opens on Thursday, September 10, at 20:00 with Unicaja facing La Laguna Tenerife at the Pabellón Deportivo Rubén Ruzafa in Rincón de la Victoria. Action shifts the following day, Friday, at 20:00, when Real Madrid meets La Laguna Tenerife at the Pabellón Sergio Scariolo in San Pedro de Alcántara. The tournament concludes on Sunday, September 12, at 19:00 with a clash between Unicaja and Real Madrid at the Palacio de los Deportes José María Martín Carpena in Málaga.
Historical Dominance and Preseason Significance
The Trofeo Costa del Sol has established itself as a referent in summer preparations for basketball teams. The event has welcomed formations such as Olimpia Milano, Partizan Belgrade, Olympiacos, Baskonia, AS Monaco, Alba Berlin, Zalgiris Kaunas, and Fenerbahçe. Among this year’s participants, Real Madrid holds six tournament titles, having triumphed in 2012, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2022, and 2025. Unicaja follows with five titles secured in 2011, 2013, 2021, 2023, and 2024. Additional past champions include Fenerbahçe in 2016, Khimki in 2015, and Valencia Basket in 2014.
Official Presentation and Leadership Presence
The official presentation for the 15th edition took place at the headquarters of the Diputación de Málaga. The event was attended by provincial president Francisco Salado, Rincón de la Victoria mayor Antonio José Martín Moreno, and Unicaja president Antonio Jesús López Nieto.
What Comes Next
Teams will complete their final training sessions ahead of the September 10 opening tip-off in Rincón de la Victoria. Fans can follow broadcast updates and match coverage through official club channels and regional sports media.
