CEGLED, Hungary – Spain’s rising badminton stars have begun competition at the Living Sport Hungarian International U17, an International Series tournament taking place in Cegled, Hungary, this week. Four young athletes are representing Spain, seeking valuable experience and aiming for success against a field of European talent.
The Spanish delegation includes Sara Arenas and Aitana Tejeiro, representing CTD Andalucía, and Hugo Gállego and Daniel Coronas, from Club Bádminton Huesca. They are accompanied by coaches Enrique Gállego and Diego Arenas, providing support as the players navigate their first major international event of the season.
The opening day of the tournament features a busy schedule for the Spanish team, with six matches involving the four representatives. In the women’s singles, Sara Arenas will face Slovakia’s Jaskova, while Aitana Tejeiro will compete against Poland’s Cybulska. The duo will likewise team up for women’s doubles, taking on the Croatian pair of Covic and Rebesco in their first match.
On the men’s side, Daniel Coronas will begin his individual campaign against Bulgaria’s Emurlah, and Hugo Gállego will face Austria’s Schuster. Gállego and Coronas will also partner in men’s doubles, with their opening match scheduled against the Polish team of Grabarz and Ksiazkiewicz.
The Hungarian International U17 attracts promising young players from across Europe and beyond, offering a challenging and competitive environment. This tournament provides a crucial opportunity for the Spanish athletes to test their skills against a diverse range of opponents and gain valuable experience on the international stage. For many of these players, this is a key step in their development towards senior competition.
The performance of the Spanish team will be closely monitored by the coaching staff from Club Bádminton Huesca and CTD Andalucía. The coaches are focused on helping the athletes gain competitive experience and build a solid foundation for future success in the junior categories. The tournament, running from February 27th to March 1st, 2026, is expected to be a valuable learning experience for all involved.
The tournament is powered by VICTOR, a well-known brand in the badminton world, and is organized by Living Sport. More information about the event can be found on the Badminton Andalucía website.
Badminton Spain highlighted the participation of the four athletes on Instagram, expressing support for their efforts at the tournament. The post on Instagram showcased the team and provided a link to further information.
The competition in Cegled promises exciting matches and a showcase of emerging talent. The Spanish players will be looking to produce a strong impression and build momentum as they progress through the tournament. Fans can follow the action and support the young athletes as they compete for victory.
Following the opening day’s matches, the tournament will continue with further rounds of competition. The results of these matches will determine the athletes’ progression through the tournament brackets, with the ultimate goal of reaching the finals and claiming a medal. The next scheduled matches will be updated on the tournament website.
Interested followers can also find updates and information on the Club Bádminton Huesca Instagram page. Check out their Instagram page for behind-the-scenes content and support for their athletes.
Spain’s participation in the Hungarian International Sub17 marks an important step in the development of these young badminton players. The experience gained in this tournament will undoubtedly contribute to their future success and help them represent Spain with pride on the international stage.
