Big surprise at FIP World Cup Pairs 2025 à Kuwait City, first edition of the Padel World Cup (pairs)The Argentinians Martin Di Nenno and Leandro AugsburgerThe No. 5 seeds fell right from the first round (16th) against the Spanish Pablo Garcia Rodrigo and David Gala, after a big confrontation (7/6(2) 6/7(8) 6/7(6)) and more than three hours of play.

The Argentinian duo, despite a strong start that saw them win the first set in a tiebreak, gradually lost control against more consistent and inspired opponents in the decisive moments. Di Nenno and Augsburger nevertheless won 52% of the points of the match, but their lack of efficiency on break points (29% converted) cost them dearly against a solid Spanish pair, converting 25% of their opportunities.

World Cup Pairs 2025 - Three hours of play and a bitter end for Di Nenno / Augsburger, beaten in the round of 16 by Garcia / Gala

This elimination marks “almost” symbolically the end of the Di Nenno / Augsburger partnership, who will dispute one last tournament together in Dubai before separating. From the Major of Mexico, each will take a new direction with a different teammate.

On the other hand, everything seems to be going well for Pablo García Rodrigo, currently on a impressive dynamics after winning the two Silver FIPs from Reunion Island next to Pincho FernándezThis time associated with david galaThe Spanish player continues his winning streak and secures a prestigious victory against a pair from the world's top 5.

The Spanish will now face in Round of 8 the pair Alonso Rodriguez Martínez / Juan Ignacio Rubini, who defeated the Argentinians in the previous round Valentino Libaak and Jairo Bautista (Pair #16) in three sets.

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