The earliest 4d9 with folre and agulla at Vendrell: Day of the champion groups of the Castells Competition
The Castellers de Vilafranca achieved a record that will forever be marked in history: the earliest 4d9 with folre and agulla ever completed. This milestone was experienced last Sunday in Vendrell, during the Day of the Champion Teams of the Castells Contest.
The day was a powerful spectacle, with the extra-category teams showing their best repertoire and making clear why they are the best in the country.
The great performance of the Castellers de Vilafranca
The impact of the earliest 4d9 with folre and agulla
The Green Team not only completed the earliest 4d9 with folre and agulla in history but also showcased a 3d9 with folre and the 8-pillar with folre and manilles. A true display of strength and technique.
The other champion teams on stage
The Colla Vella dels Xiquets de Valls completed the 3d9 with folre and the 4d9 with folre, as well as their first extra-category tower of the season, the 5d9 with folre. The Nens del Vendrell, hosts, completed their performance with a 4d8 and the 5d7 although they were unable to complete the 2d7.
Technical details and curiosities of the day
The pillars that made the difference
The day closed with two extra-category pillars: the 8-pillar with folre and manilles by the Castellers de Vilafranca and the 7-pillar by the Colla Vella. These pillars provide that extra emotion that is only seen at great events.
The importance of the day for Vendrell
As hosts, the Nens del Vendrell wanted to shine in front of their fans. Despite not completing the 2d7, their presence and effort were key to keeping the castell spirit alive in the town.
Context and impact of the Day of the Champion Teams
The Castells Contest and the consolidation of the Greens
The Castells Contest is a key event to measure the strength of the teams, and Vilafranca has shown it is in top form, leading with performances that leave a mark year after year.
What does this success mean for Tarragona and the local culture?
This day in Vendrell is not just a spectacle for castell lovers but reaffirms the importance of popular culture in the region and the role that the teams play in keeping this tradition alive and current.
| Team | Castells completed | Pillars |
|---|---|---|
| Castellers de Vilafranca | 4d9 with folre and agulla, 3d9 with folre | 8-pillar with folre and manilles |
| Colla Vella dels Xiquets de Valls | 5d9 with folre, 4d9 with folre, 3d9 with folre | 7-pillar |
| Nens del Vendrell | 4d8, 5d7 | – |
The day was a reminder that castells are not just human constructions but a mixture of passion, commitment, and history lived in every Catalan square.
The Greens have set the bar very high this 2026, and their performance in Vendrell will be remembered for a long time, not only for the technique but for the energy they transmitted.
Source of the article: Mar Rovira | ACN
