The J30 Girona tournament, held on clay courts from April 28 to May 2, 2026, brought together a strong international field. Among the competitors, players representing Barcelona Sports Academy delivered several solid performances across both singles and doubles events.

Andreea Kurta

Andreea Kurta competed in the singles main draw, opening her campaign with an impressive victory over Marta Crespo de Olano, 7–6, 5–7, 6–0. Showing determination and physical endurance, she secured the win in a tightly contested three-set match. In the second round, she faced Viktorie Dufkova and was defeated 4–6, 2–6.

Gabriella Julianna Coetzee

Gabriella Julianna Coetzee produced one of the standout performances among the academy players. She advanced to the quarterfinals in singles with convincing wins over Olivia Graupera Godia (6–0, 6–4) and Giulia Gomes Ferreira (6–4, 5–7, 6–3). Her run ended against Shiori Garcia, who claimed a 6–0, 6–3 victory.

In doubles, Coetzee partnered Maria Paula Pittigliani. The duo started strong with a 6–2, 6–1 win in the opening round, before falling in the quarterfinals in a tight match (4–6, 6–3, 6–10).

Matilde Cabrera Burns

Matilde Cabrera Burns demonstrated resilience in singles competition. After dropping the first set against Catherine Rac, she bounced back strongly to win 5–7, 6–0, 6–2. Unfortunately, her run was cut short in the second round, where she retired against Yaiza Borderia while trailing 0–1.

Maja Maksimowicz

Maja Maksimowicz competed in the qualifying draw. She faced Laura Laethem in the opening round and exited after a competitive three-set match (4–6, 6–3, 6–10).

Marc-Olivier Magnin

Marc-Olivier Magnin took part in the boys’ singles main draw. He was defeated in the first round by Oscar Casas Mas (1–6, 1–6).

Conclusion

Overall, the tournament in Girona provided valuable experience for Barcelona Sports Academy players, who competed with intensity and determination on clay. Notably, Gabriella Julianna Coetzee’s quarterfinal run and Andreea Kurta’s strong opening victory highlighted the group’s potential and continued development on the international junior circuit.