Challenge Family is proud to celebrate Juanan Fernández, Quality Director for Challenge Family in Europe and Race Director of Challenge Salou, who has been honoured at the prestigious Avriga Fvscvs Awards for his outstanding contribution to sports and tourism promotion in Salou.
The award, organized by the Consell Esportiu del Tarragonès and proposed by the City Council of Salou, was presented during a ceremony held at the Teatre Auditori de Salou (TAS). It recognized Fernández’s remarkable career, dedication, and commitment to positioning Salou as a leading destination for sports and active tourism through large-scale international endurance events.
During the ceremony, Pere Granados, Mayor of Salou, praised Fernández’s leadership and vision, stating:
“Juanan’s outstanding contribution and leadership have been instrumental in consolidating Salou as a European benchmark for sports tourism and international triathlon.”
For over a decade, Fernández has directed Challenge Salou, one of the most iconic triathlons on the European calendar. The 2025 edition marked its 10th anniversary, attracting more than 2,000 athletes from over 40 countries, and generating a significant economic, media, and social impact across the Costa Daurada.
In addition to his local achievements, Fernández has served as Quality Director for Challenge Family in Europe for the past eight years, overseeing event standards and athlete experience across Challenge Family races in Spain, Portugal, the Netherlands, Italy, France, and Brazil, among others.
Upon receiving the award, Fernández expressed his gratitude, saying:
“This recognition belongs to the entire team, to the City of Salou, and to the hundreds of volunteers and sponsors who have always believed in this project. Sport has the power to transform territories and build community pride.”
The Avriga Fvscvs Award reinforces Salou’s growing reputation as a hub for international triathlon and sports tourism, while celebrating the dedication of individuals like Fernández who continue to drive Challenge Family’s mission of fostering global community, quality racing, and unforgettable athlete experiences.
