Dominican Duo Claims Silver at Giraldilla Badminton Open in Cuba
LA HABANA, Cuba – The Dominican Republic’s Daniela and Alissa Juleixi Acosta secured the silver medal at the XXIII Giraldilla International Badminton Open 2025, held this past weekend in Havana. The pair’s impressive performance highlights the Dominican Republic’s growing presence in international badminton.
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, who took home the gold. Adriana Barrios and luisa Zantizo of Guatemala finished in third place, earning the bronze medal.
Dominican Pair’s Path to the Final
The Dominican team advanced through three rounds to reach the final match. Their early matches saw dominant victories over Cuban opponents, with scores of 21-3, 21-7 in the first match and 21-17, 21-14 in the second. In the semi-finals, the Acostas defeated Guatemala with a score of 21-15, 21-17. Though, in the finals against the Cuban team, thay fell short with a score of 11-21, 9-21.
Federation president Praises Team’s performance, Eyes 2026 Games
Nelson Javier Ozuna, president of the dominican Badminton Federation, expressed his satisfaction with the team’s performance, which included two male and two female players. He emphasized that this achievement positions Dominican badminton as a strong contender for medals at the Santo Domingo 2026 Central American and caribbean Games. Ozuna identified Cuban, Guatemalan, and Mexican teams as key rivals in the upcoming games.
Support and Training Key to Success
Javier Ozuna credited the team’s success to intensive training and the support of various governmental institutions, including the Dominican Olympic Committee (COD), the Ministry of Sports and Recreation (MIDEREC), and the National Institute of Physical Education (INEFI). He specifically thanked Garibaldi Bautista, president of the COD; Kelvin cruz, minister of Sports; and Alberto Rodríguez Mella, executive director of INEFI, for their support.
What specific support did the Dominican Badminton Federation receive from governmental institutions to help the team achieve success at the Giraldilla Open?
Dominican Duo Claims Silver at Giraldilla Badminton Open in Cuba
LA HABANA, Cuba – The Dominican Republic’s Daniela and Alissa Juleixi Acosta secured the silver medal at the XXIII Giraldilla International Badminton Open 2025, held this past weekend in Havana. The pair’s notable performance highlights the Dominican Republic’s growing presence in international badminton.
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, who took home the gold. Adriana Barrios and luisa Zantizo of Guatemala finished in third place,earning the bronze medal.
Dominican Pair’s Path to the Final
The Dominican team advanced through three rounds to reach the final match. Their early matches saw dominant victories over Cuban opponents, with scores of 21-3, 21-7 in the first match and 21-17, 21-14 in the second. In the semi-finals, the Acostas defeated Guatemala with a score of 21-15, 21-17.Though,in the finals against the Cuban team,thay fell short with a score of 11-21, 9-21.
Federation president Praises Team’s performance, Eyes 2026 Games
Nelson Javier Ozuna, president of the dominican Badminton Federation, expressed his satisfaction with the team’s performance, which included two male and two female players. He emphasized that this achievement positions Dominican badminton as a strong contender for medals at the Santo Domingo 2026 Central American and caribbean Games. Ozuna identified Cuban, Guatemalan, and Mexican teams as key rivals in the upcoming games.
Support and Training Key to Success
Javier Ozuna credited the team’s success to intensive training and the support of various governmental institutions, including the Dominican Olympic Commitee (COD), the Ministry of Sports and Recreation (MIDEREC), and the National Institute of Physical Education (INEFI). He specifically thanked Garibaldi Bautista, president of the COD; Kelvin cruz, minister of Sports; and Alberto Rodríguez Mella, executive director of INEFI, for their support.
Q&A: Dominican Badminton’s Silver Victory
Frequently Asked Questions:
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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 Badminton Open in Havana, Cuba.Their impressive performance is a testament to their dedication and skill.
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What is the Giraldilla International Badminton Open?
It is indeed an international badminton tournament held annually in Havana, Cuba. The 2025 event, where the Dominicans excelled, was the XXIII edition, attracting players from various countries.
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Who did the Acosta sisters lose to?
They were defeated in the final by the Cuban team of Taimara Oropeza and Leyanis Contreras, who won the gold medal.
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What are the Santo Domingo 2026 Central American and Caribbean Games?
These are multi-sport games held every four years, involving athletes from the Central American and Caribbean region. The Dominican Republic is hosting the games in 2026, and the badminton team is aiming for medals.
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What role does the Dominican Badminton Federation president play?
Nelson Javier Ozuna, the president, is responsible for overseeing the development of badminton in the Dominican Republic. He also played a crucial role in securing resources & support for the team and expressed excitement for the future.
The Acosta sisters’ silver medal performance is a critically important step forward for Dominican badminton. With continued support and dedication, the team is poised for even greater success at the upcoming Santo Domingo 2026 Games. Cheer on the dominican Republic as they prepare to compete and strive for gold!
