The ceremony, presided over by the Vice President of the Canary Islands Government, Manuel Domínguez, was attended by counselor Poli Suárez and the President of the Cabildo of Gran Canaria, Antonio Morales. Awards were given for successes and contributions to Canary Islands sports across various categories.
In the main categories, footballers Pedri González and Yéremy Pino, world champions with the Spanish national team, and wrestler Eusebio Ledesma shared the award for best individual career. Rocasa Gran Canaria received the award for best team, while basketball player Elena Buenavida was recognized as a promising athlete, and paratriathlete Lionel Morales as the best adapted athlete.
New categories were introduced: coach Dejan Ojeda received the award for best technical direction, referee Ariadna Chueca was honored for her officiating work, player Maite Cazorla for sports and equality, and the Club de Atletismo Insular (CAI) Gran Canaria for its sports promotion.
A special tribute was paid to Luis Doreste, a two-time Olympic sailing champion, with an honorary mention. In traditional and indigenous sports, Salvador Sánchez «Borito» received the Pedro Molina Award, Tino de la Nuez the Special Federation Award, and the female crew of the boat Güi Güi the Equality Award.
Manuel Domínguez highlighted the awards' consolidation as "the Archipelago's great recognition" and an example for young talents. Poli Suárez emphasized that sports represent Canary Islands identity, blending tradition and modernity, and thanked the support of families and clubs. Antonio Morales underscored sports as a tool for social cohesion and the importance of supporting grassroots sports.
The ceremony, held concurrently with ExpoDeca 2026, showcased the diversity of Canary Islands sports, from international successes to the legacy of traditional sports. The event concluded with the Canary Islands Anthem and a group photograph.
