Events · Gran Canaria · 14.11, 09:02

Premios al Deporte Canario 2026 awards held at Teatro Pérez Galdós

The third edition of the Premios al Deporte Canario gala took place at Teatro Pérez Galdós in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. The event honoured the achievements and careers of athletes and organisations from the Canary Islands.

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The Department of Education, Vocational Training, Physical Activity and Sport of the Government of the Canary Islands organised the ceremony. Poli Suárez led the department. Vice-president Manuel Domíngez and Cabildo de Gran Canaria president Antonio Morales attended the event.

Footballers Pedri González and Yéremy Pino received the award for best individual career as joint winners. They were 2026 world champions with the Spanish national team. Wrestler Eusebio Ledesma also received this award. Rocasa Gran Canaria club won the award for best team. Basketball player Elena Buenavida was named a promising athlete. Paratriathlete Lionel Morales received the award for best athlete with a disability.

Two new categories were introduced this year. Coach Dejan Ojeda received the award for best technical leadership. International basketball referee Arriadna Chueca was recognised for her work. Luis Doreste received an honorary award.

Sources

Radio Televisión Canaria Radio Televisión Canaria Canal 4 Tenerife Canarias Ahora Canarias7 Atlántico Hoy

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