TOLEDO, Spain – The Club Deportivo Bádminton Albatros Cuenca showcased its rising talent at the Torneo TTR in Toledo on Saturday, March 7, 2026. Daniela Rodríguez led the charge, securing a double gold performance that highlighted a successful weekend for the Cuenca-based club. The tournament, held at the Pabellón Rafael del Pino, drew competitors vying for national ranking points, and the Albatros team delivered impressive results across multiple categories.
Rodríguez, competing in the Sub15 division, demonstrated her dominance in the Individual Femenino Sub15 bracket. After winning both of her group stage matches, she advanced to the semifinals as the second seed. There, she defeated Noemy García of Bádminton Albacete with a score of 21-16, 21-19, setting up a highly anticipated final against her doubles partner, Alicia Martínez of Bádminton Provenfray. The final proved to be a closely contested affair, with Rodríguez ultimately prevailing in three sets – 21-19, 14-21, 22-20 – to claim the championship title.
The Albatros team also saw success in the men’s competition. Jaime Perona, also in the Sub15 category, navigated his way through the Individual Masculino Sub15 draw, winning both of his group matches to reach the quarterfinals. He then faced Guillermo Santos of Bádminton Sierra de Madrid, a fourth seed, in a hard-fought match that went to three sets. Perona emerged victorious with a score of 21-15, 20-22, 22-20, securing a spot in the semifinals. However, his run was halted by Víctor Samaniego of Drop Toledo, currently ranked eighth nationally, resulting in a third-place finish for Perona.
Younger competitor Álvaro Soriano, still competing in the Sub13 division, gained valuable experience at the tournament, winning one of his two group stage matches but ultimately falling short of qualifying for the elimination rounds. This early exposure to higher-level competition will undoubtedly benefit his development.
Rodríguez’s success continued in the Dobles Femenino Sub15 event, where she partnered with Alicia Martínez. The duo dominated their group, winning both matches and earning a direct entry into the final. They faced Noemy García and Mariela Martínez of Bádminton Albacete in the championship match, securing a comfortable victory with a score of 21-11, 21-14, and adding another gold medal to the Albatros’ tally.
Jaime Perona also contributed to the team’s medal count, teaming up with Selena Ortiz of Bádminton Provenfray in the Dobles Mixto Sub15 category. The pair performed well in the four-team group, winning two of their three matches. They narrowly missed out on the top spot, losing a close match in the final against Guillermo Santos and Laura Miranda of Bádminton Sierra de Madrid and Bádminton Ciudad de Villalba, respectively, with scores of 20-22 and 16-21, finishing as runners-up.
In the Dobles Masculino Sub15 event, Álvaro Soriano partnered with Hugo del Valle of Bádminton Poona. As the youngest pairing in the four-team group, they managed to secure one victory, gaining valuable experience despite not advancing to the elimination stage.
Rounding out the Albatros’ performance, Jimena Alonso and Mateo Higueras reached the semifinals in another event, ultimately finishing in third place after a tough match against África Gazo and Hugo Sanz of Bádminton Valonsadero.
The Torneo TTR in Toledo proved to be a significant event for the Club Deportivo Bádminton Albatros Cuenca, showcasing the talent and potential within the club. Daniela Rodríguez’s outstanding performance, coupled with strong showings from Jaime Perona and Álvaro Soriano, demonstrates the growing strength of badminton in the Cuenca region. The team’s success at this event underscores their commitment to developing young athletes and competing at the national level.
The Albatros team will now turn their attention to upcoming competitions, building on the momentum gained in Toledo. Fans can follow the Club Deportivo Bádminton Albatros Cuenca for updates on their schedule and results through their official channels.
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