Spanish table tennis witnessed a historic moment at Tarragona 2025, as Priego de Córdoba achieved a remarkable double victory, securing both the Copa de la Reina Iberdrola and the Copa del Rey. The women’s team, Museo de la Almendra Francisco Morales, and the men’s team, Real Cajasur Priego TM, claimed the titles in a competition that further cemented their dominance at the national level.
The Copa de la Reina Iberdrola final was an intense marathon, lasting over 3 hours and 26 minutes, as Museo de la Almendra Francisco Morales edged out Universidad de Burgos – RM Terán 3-2 in a dramatic encounter. Tatiana GARNOVA played a crucial role, securing both the opening and decisive victories, while Jiaqi MENG added another key point. With this triumph, the team from Priego de Córdoba captured their second Copa de la Reina Iberdrola, following their previous victory in Jaén, overcoming last season’s runner-up finishes in the Copa, Iberdrola League, and Europe Cup.
In the Copa del Rey, Real Cajasur Priego TM successfully defended their 2024 championship, securing their tenth title with a 3-1 victory over Leka Enea Irún in the final. Diogo CARVALHO emerged as the standout player, delivering two crucial wins, including the decisive point. Hampus SÖDERLUND also contributed with a key victory, further reinforcing the team’s legacy in Spanish table tennis. Their ten national cup triumphs, spanning from 1998 to 2025, underscore their consistent dominance over the years.
In the semifinals, Museo de la Almendra Francisco Morales defeated UCAM Cartagena 3-1, while Universidad de Burgos – RM Terán secured their first-ever final appearance with a 3-1 win over Miró Ganxets Costa Daurada. In the Copa del Rey, Real Cajasur Priego TM booked their spot in the final with a 3-0 win over Arteal TM, while Leka Enea Irún advanced after a 3-1 victory against Santjosep.net – Sant Jordi.
The awards ceremony was attended by Mario SOLER, Tarragona’s Sports Councillor; Estefanía SERRANO, Territorial Sports Representative of the Generalitat; Miguel Ángel MACHADO, RFETM President; and Daniel VALERO, RFETM Events Director.
With this extraordinary double triumph, Priego de Córdoba has made history, solidifying its place as a powerhouse in Spanish table tennis at the 2025 Spanish Cup.
