Dominican Duo Claims Silver at Giraldilla Badminton Tournament in Cuba
HAVANA, Cuba – Daniela and Alissa Juleixi Acosta, representing the Dominican Republic, secured the silver medal at the XXIII Giraldilla International Badminton Tournament held in Havana this past weekend.
Cuban Pair Takes Gold, Dominicans Earn Hard-Fought Silver
The Acosta sisters were narrowly defeated by the Cuban team of Taimara Oropeza and Leyanis Contreras. Adriana Barrios and Luisa zantizo of Guatemala took the third position.
Dominican Team Advances Through Intense Competition
The dominican team advanced through three rounds to reach the finals, winning each of their matches leading up to the ultimate showdown.
- Round 1 vs. Cuba: 21-3, 21-7
- Round 2 vs. Cuba: 21-17,21-14
- Semifinals vs. Guatemala: 21-15, 21-17
- Finals vs. Cuba: 11-21, 9-21
Dominican Badminton Federation President Praises Team’s Performance
Nelson Javier Ozuna, president of the Dominican Badminton Federation, expressed his satisfaction with the four-member team’s performance, which included two male and two female players.
Looking Ahead: Santo Domingo 2026
ozuna emphasized that this achievement positions Dominican badminton as a strong contender for medals at the Santo domingo 2026 Central American and Caribbean Games. They’ll face tough competition from Cuban, guatemalan, and Mexican teams, all of whom are considered strong contenders for the podium.
Support and Training Key to Success
Javier Ozuna highlighted that the team’s success was a direct result of intensive training and the support of several government institutions, including the Dominican Olympic Committee (COD), the Ministry of Sports and Recreation (MIDEREC), and the National Institute of physical Education (INEFI).
“FEDOBAD is very pleased with the work of our delegation in Cuba, despite the limited international exposure we have had.We appreciate the support of COD President Garibaldi Bautista; minister of Sports, Kelvin Cruz; and the Executive Director of INEFI, Alberto Rodríguez Mella,” Ozuna stated.
**How did the Dominican Badminton Federation President characterize the team’s performance and what future goals dose he have for the sport in the Dominican Republic?**
Dominican Duo Claims Silver at Giraldilla Badminton Tournament in Cuba
HAVANA, Cuba – Daniela and Alissa Juleixi Acosta, representing the Dominican Republic, secured the silver medal at the XXIII Giraldilla International Badminton Tournament held in Havana this past weekend.
Cuban Pair Takes Gold, Dominicans Earn Hard-Fought Silver
The Acosta sisters were narrowly defeated by the Cuban team of Taimara Oropeza and Leyanis Contreras. adriana Barrios and luisa zantizo of Guatemala took the third position.
Dominican team Advances Through Intense Competition
The Dominican team advanced through three rounds to reach the finals, winning each of their matches leading up to the ultimate showdown.
- Round 1 vs.Cuba: 21-3, 21-7
- Round 2 vs. Cuba: 21-17,21-14
- Semifinals vs. Guatemala: 21-15, 21-17
- Finals vs. Cuba: 11-21, 9-21
Dominican Badminton Federation President Praises Team’s Performance
Nelson Javier ozuna, president of the Dominican Badminton Federation, expressed his satisfaction with the four-member team’s performance, which included two male and two female players.
Looking Ahead: Santo Domingo 2026
Ozuna emphasized that this achievement positions Dominican badminton as a strong contender for medals at the Santo domingo 2026 Central American and Caribbean Games. They’ll face tough competition from Cuban, Guatemalan, and Mexican teams, all of whom are considered strong contenders for the podium.
Support and Training Key to Success
Javier Ozuna highlighted that the team’s success was a direct result of intensive training and the support of several government institutions, including the Dominican Olympic Committee (COD), the Ministry of Sports and Recreation (MIDEREC), and the National Institute of Physical Education (INEFI).
“FEDOBAD is very pleased with the work of our delegation in Cuba, despite the limited international exposure we have had. We appreciate the support of COD President Garibaldi Bautista; Minister of Sports,Kelvin Cruz; and the Executive Director of INEFI,Alberto rodríguez Mella,” Ozuna stated.
Q&A: Decoding the Dominican Republic’s Badminton Success
1. Who are the Acosta sisters?
Daniela and Alissa Juleixi Acosta are the Dominican Republic badminton players who won the silver medal at the Giraldilla International tournament. They are a doubles team.
2. Who won the gold medal?
The Cuban team of Taimara Oropeza and Leyanis Contreras took the gold medal, defeating the Acosta sisters in the final.
3. What does the silver medal mean for Dominican badminton?
It’s a significant achievement! It shows that Dominican badminton is improving and is a strong contender for medals at future competitions, especially the Santo domingo 2026 Central American and Caribbean Games.
4.What other teams are considered strong contenders?
Cuba, Guatemala, and Mexico are expected to be the main rivals for the Dominican Republic in future tournaments.
5. How did the Dominican team prepare for this tournament?
The team’s success is attributed to intensive training and support from the dominican Olympic Committee, the Ministry of Sports, and the National Institute of Physical Education.
6. What is FEDOBAD?
FEDOBAD is the Dominican Badminton Federation. It is the national governing body for badminton in the Dominican Republic.
7. What are the key skills to master in badminton?
Agility, stamina, speedy reflexes, and strategic thinking are crucial. Also, practice your serves, smashes, and net play.
8. Where can I find more details on the tournament?
You can find more information on the official website of the Giraldilla International Badminton Tournament or, if available, on the Badminton World Federation (BWF) website.
The silver lining for the Dominican Republic’s badminton team is a solid stepping stone towards future success. Keep an eye on these players as they train for the Santo Domingo 2026 Central American and Caribbean Games!
