The 2023 edition of the prestigious Cuatro y Medio championship will reach its climax on November 22 when the tournament final is contested at the iconic Frontón Bizkaia in Bilbao, tournament organizers announced. Pelota Pro Liga confirmed the final venue alongside a comprehensive rollout of host cities and arenas for both the Serie A and Serie B divisions of the elite Basque pelota competition.
Durango Opens the Campaign as Tournament Dates and Venues Lock In
Action gets underway on October 9 at the Ezkurdi municipal fronton in Durango, marking the official start of the championship. Organizers presented the full slate of host locations after previously establishing the early-round framework for the eighth-finals and the opening matches of the quarterfinal group stage. The schedule spans multiple historic venues across the Basque Country, testing competitors across diverse court dimensions and conditions.
Serie A Maps Out Early Rounds and Group Stage Host Cities
The premier Serie A division features a demanding multi-stage calendar stretching from the opening serve to the Bilbao showcase. Durango, the Labrit in Pamplona, and Lekunberri will host the initial eighth-final playoff matches. For the first matchday of the quarterfinal group phase, the tournament moves to the Beotibar in Tolosa, Amorebieta, the Bizkaia in Bilbao, the Gurea in Azkoitia, and the Ogueta in Vitoria.
Subsequent group stage fixtures and the semifinal pairings are distributed across Tafalla, a second round at the Labrit in Pamplona, the Atano III in Donostia-San Sebastián, the Adarraga in Logroño, and the Uarkape in Arrasate.
Serie B Visits Twelve Communities Across the Basque Country
Alongside the top-tier competition, the Serie B circuit brings championship pelota to an extensive list of towns and cities. The division’s itinerary includes stops in Villaba, the Labrit in Pamplona for two separate fixtures, the Beotibar in Tolosa, Amorebieta, and Villabona.
Competitors will also travel to the Bizkaia in Bilbao, the Ogueta in Vitoria, Ataun, the Adarraga in Logroño, Zeanuri, Idiazabal, and Irun as the promotion-chasing division runs parallel to the main championship.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Cuatro y Medio Championship
When does the Cuatro y Medio championship start?
The tournament officially begins on October 9 with matches at the Ezkurdi fronton in Durango.
Where will the championship final take place?
The final is scheduled for November 22 at the Frontón Bizkaia in Bilbao.
Which venues are hosting the eighth-final playoff matches?
The opening knockout round will be played in Durango, the Labrit in Pamplona, and Lekunberri for the Serie A division.
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