Barcelona Sports Academy Update: Summer Success for Najah Dawson and Alpay Guler
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The summer season continues to shine for our athletes at Barcelona Sports Academy, with impressive international performances from Najah Dawson and Alpay Guler.
Najah Dawson reaches the second round of the main draw at W15 Las Palmas
Representing Jamaica, Najah Dawson continues her climb in the professional rankings with a solid performance at the W15 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. After advancing through the qualifying rounds, Najah secured a spot in the main draw, where she reached the second round — another milestone in her growing career on the ITF circuit.
This achievement reflects Najah's effort and consistency, building on her earlier performances this year in Romania and North Macedonia. Her dedication and perseverance are paying off as she moves closer to a stronger position in upcoming ITF tournaments.
📍 Tournament: W15 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
🗓️ Date: July 2025
🎾 Round: Second Round – Main Draw
🏅 Alpay Guler wins ITF J30 Singles Title in Tbilisi
Meanwhile, Turkish junior Alpay Guler shined at the ITF J30 tournament in Tbilisi, Georgia, claiming the singles title after an exciting week of clay-court tennis.
Alpay battled through a tough draw, defeating Ivan Matveev in a thrilling three-set final: 6-2, 4-6, 7-6(4). His road to the title included strong wins over players from Israel, Russia, and Georgia, showcasing both his mental toughness and technical skill on clay.
📍 Tournament: J30 Tbilisi, Georgia
🗓️ Date: July 22–27, 2025
🏆 Result: Champion – Singles
🥇 Final Match: vs Ivan Matveev | 6-2, 4-6, 7-6(4)
Alpay also had an excellent doubles campaign the previous week, reaching the final of the J30 Izmir, confirming his potential both as a singles competitor and as a versatile team player.
These results highlight the ongoing dedication of our players and coaches. We are extremely proud of Najah and Alpay for representing the values and competitive spirit of Barcelona Sports Academy on the global tennis stage.