The European tour had barely finished, the circuit  Premier Padel  It's already following up with a key stop in South America. Destination  Assumption , in Paraguay, for the seventh event of the season. In a context of increasingly tight competition, several pairs arrive with high stakes, starting with  Tapia / Coello They are expected to deliver.

 Tapia / Coello in search of answers 

This is undoubtedly one of the recurring themes of the week. After seeing their pursuers close in, Arturo Coello and Agustín Tapia arrive in Paraguay with a sense of rebellion to restore order to the hierarchy.

Less dominant in recent weeks, the world number ones need to rediscover what made them so strong at the start of the season. The stakes go beyond the simple result: it's also about sending a message to the competition.

Less dominant: Coello and Tapia are having their worst start to the season since they joined forces.

 Galán/Chingotto want to confirm their momentum 

On the other side, the pressure is very real. Ale Galán and Federico Chingotto arrive with confidence, established at the head of the  Race .

Their ambition will be to take advantage of this moment to widen the gap. Especially since some South American terrains haven't always been the most favorable to their direct rivals. An opportunity to make another move in the race for the top spot.

 In the women's competition, the battle is more open than ever. 

The women's draw also promises an intense battle.

Paula Josemaría and Bea González arrive full of confidence, buoyed by solid results and a consistent level of play.

But behind them, the threat is very real. Gemma Triay and Delfi Brea are looking to regain consistency and take control in a hierarchy that remains fluid.

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 A tournament designed for fast play 

The stage is set: the tournament will be held at  SND Arena in Asunción , under indoor conditions.

One detail that is not insignificant: the use of the  Wilson Premier Padel Speed A livelier ball, which, combined with the surface, should favor an attacking game.

Powerful players could benefit from this, with shorter rallies and increased intensity, especially on the smash. This is a factor that could influence the course of several matches.

 The program of the week 

The tournament began with the qualifying rounds on  May 3 , then this  Tuesday, May 5th, with the start of the men's draw. 

  •  Wednesday 6 may  : continuation of the first round + start of the women's draw
  •  Thursday May 7  round of 16
  •  Friday May 8  : quarter finals
  •  Saturday May 9  semi-finals
  •  Sunday, May 10  : finals

A classic, but sustained pace, in a tournament that also serves as a springboard before the highly anticipated  P1 of Buenos Aires .

Asunción P2: Where to watch the tournament Premier Padel in France (YouTube and Canal+)

 Where to follow the tournament 

Good news for fans: the first days of the competition will be accessible for free.

Up to the round of 16, the matches will be broadcast live on the the official YouTube channel of Premier Padel .

This passage through  Assumption  This could mark a turning point in the season. Between number ones searching for their bearings and pursuers brimming with confidence, the balance remains fragile.

In such an open context, every match counts. And in Paraguay, certainties could well waver.

Maceo ZERHAT

Maceo Zerhat discovered padel in 2020 in Savigny-sur-Clairis, Burgundy. He contributed to the club's expansion by bringing his energy and curiosity. Padel Magazinehe transmits his Padel"mania" by skillfully bouncing on all the latest news about your favorite sport!

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