Basque pelota tournaments: San Mateo fair begins as Laso and Iztueta win in Bermeo

The San Mateo 2026 fair is set to begin with a high-stakes opening match featuring Artola-Albisu against Larrazabal-Iztueta. The tournament features a competitive lineup across Serie A and Serie B, with players competing for spots in Group A and Group B. The event is designed to be one of the most demanding editions, with the final scheduled for September 27.

In recent tournament news, the duo of Unai Laso and Martxel Iztueta secured a victory at the Bermeo Hiria Tournament final at the Artza fronton. Their win follows a successful summer season that included titles at San Fermín, Donostia Hiria, and Aste Nagusia. Laso and Iztueta demonstrated strong performance to defeat Joseba Ezkurdia and his partner, marking a significant achievement in the current competitive cycle.