Baskonia Stuns Real Madrid to Win 2026 Copa del Rey

Kosner Baskonia Vitoria-Gasteiz defeated Real Madrid 100-89 on Sunday, February 22, 2026, to win the 2026 Copa del Rey basketball championship at the Roig Arena in Valencia, Spain. This marks Baskonia’s seventh victory in the competition. Euroleague Basketball reported the final score.

Royal Presence at the Championship

King Felipe VI of Spain presided over the final match, having demonstrated his enthusiasm for various sports, including sailing and skiing. He was greeted by prominent figures including José Manuel Rodríguez Uribes, President of the Higher Sports Council (CSD); Elisa Aguilar, President of the Spanish Basketball Federation (FEB); Antonio Martín, President of the Association of Basketball Clubs (ACB); José Miguel Calleja, General Director of the ACB; and Juan Roig, President of Mercadona and owner of the Roig Arena.

Prior to the game, the King toured the facilities and met with Valencia Basket, who had finished second in the Endesa Mini Cup earlier that day. He received a club shirt with his name printed on the back and posed for a photo with the team.

A Thrilling Final Match

The Roig Arena was filled with enthusiastic fans as King Felipe VI took his seat. Following the national anthem, the game commenced, remaining competitive until the final moments. Baskonia secured the victory with a final score of 100-89.

Presentation of the Copa del Rey

King Felipe VI presented the Copa del Rey to Baskonia, specifically to acting captain Markus Howard. He likewise congratulated the players and coaching staff, who received miniature replicas of the trophy. The runners-up cup was presented to Real Madrid captain Sergio Llull.

Trent Forrest Named MVP

Trent Forrest of Baskonia was awarded the Most Valuable Player (MVP) trophy, describing the night as “the best night of my life.”

Recognition of Spanish Olympians

Following the presentation, King Felipe VI acknowledged the Spanish athletes who participated in the Milano-Cortina Winter Olympic Games, praising their performance and the addition of three medals – including a gold medal in mountain ski sprint won by Oriol Cardona – to Spain’s record. Ana Alonso secured a bronze in the same event, and the pair also won a bronze in the mixed relay.