Brussels P2: Cardona and Leal stopped again in the first round, Navarro and Guerrero escape after a suspenseful finish

The first day of the main draw of the Brussels P2 It provided several lessons. While some new pairs are still finding their footing, others have already found the right formula. Between confirmations, surprises, and close matches, the day was notably marked by the (yet another) quick elimination of Pablo Cardona and Javi Leal , and by the battle won by Paquito Navarro and Fran Guerrero .

Cardona and Leal still searching for that spark.

On paper, it's Pablo Cardona and Javi Leal They had everything it took to form a pair capable of shaking up the hierarchy. Two explosive, talented players, capable of producing a very offensive style of padel. Their partnership had, in fact, generated a lot of anticipation when the news was officially announced during the Barcelona Finals.

But for now, the machine is struggling to get going on the track Premier Padel.

Since they started working together, the results haven't followed. Defeat in the first round at Miami same scenario at NewGiza and the trend was confirmed in Brussels where they once again left the tournament as soon as they entered the competition.

Opposed to Jairo Bautista and Lucas Campagnolo The Spanish put up a strong fight, particularly in a very tight first set. But the Spanish-Brazilian pair made the difference at key moments to secure the victory. 7/6(4) 6/2 .

The match highlighted the current difficulties of Leal and Cardona: too many direct errors and a lack of efficiency in front of goal, usually their strong point. On the other side, Campagnolo made a remarkable return after the knee injury that had worried him. Miami .

Brussels P2: Cardona and Leal stopped again in their early stages, Navarro and Guerrero escape after a nail-biting finish

Di Nenno and Momo González are making a comeback

In another match of these round of 32, Martin Di Nenno and Momo González secured the essentials against the new pair formed by Pablo Lijó and Pablo García Rodrigo .

The match had a somewhat disjointed start, with several breaks on both sides. But the Spanish-Argentine pair gradually took control of the match and ultimately won. 6 / 3, 6 / 2 .

An important victory for Di Nenno and González, who were coming off an early elimination in the first round of the tournament. Newgiza This victory allows them to regain momentum in the Belgian tournament.

Navarro and Guerrero escape after an intense fight

The most spectacular match of the day took place in the evening on the central track. Paquito Navarro and Fran Guerrero , seeded number 5, faced the new association formed by Juan Tello and Maxi Arce .

The start of the match went in favor of the Argentinian pair. An early break allowed them to quickly take the lead. 4/1 taking advantage of a hesitant start to the match on the Spanish side.

Gradually, Navarro and Guerrero found the tactical adjustments, notably with more precise lobs to limit Tello's power. The score was level again, but a few errors ultimately handed the first set to the Argentinians.

The second set became a real battle. Navarro was more incisive at the net and earned several break points. The rallies intensified, spectacular defenses multiplied, and the set was finally decided in tie-breaker .

There, experience makes the difference. Navarro and Guerrero snatch a draw and push the match into a third set.

In the final set, the Spanish team took the lead after a break in the fourth game. From the bench, Paquito continued to encourage his partner.

Despite the resistance of Arce and Tello, Navarro and Guerrero finally reach an agreement after more than two hours of fighting , thus securing their place in the round of 16.

The beautiful Franco-Belgian result

The day was also marked by a notable victory for the pair Clément Geens / Dylan Guichard . Beneficiaries of a wild card The Belgian and the Frenchman dominated another invited pair, composed of Miguel Lamperti and the young Belgian Isaac huysveld .

In a solid match, Geens and Guichard emerged victorious. 6 / 3, 7 / 6 confirming their good understanding on the track and offering the Belgian public a much-appreciated qualification.

Other results from today

On the secondary runway of the complex Tour & Taxis ferry terminal , two other matches in the main draw were played.

Álex Ruiz and Juanlu Esbrí have secured their place in the next round, as have José Diestro and Maxi Sánchez Blasco who continue their journey in this Brussels P2.

Qualification results

Before the start of the main draw, several qualifying matches also took place during the day.

Men's qualifications

I. Sager / J. Belluati fight T. Zapata / R. Coello Manso 4-6, 6-1, 6-1
M. Sintes Villalonga / D. Santigosa Sastre fight F. Insa Sotillo / A. Roglan Pons 6-3, 6-1
S. Oria / A. Gutierrez fight J. Seurin / T. Vanbauce 6-3, 6-2
J. Solano Marmolejo / R. Pereyra fight Mr. Castaño / F. Gil Morales 1-6, 6-2, 6-0

Brussels P2: Seurin and Vanbauce stopped in the final qualifying round by Oria / Gutiérrez

Women's qualifications

Mr. Parmigiani / C. Touly fight L. Arruabarrena / M. Lobo 7-5, 6-2
L. Manquillo Alarza / N. Aguilar Carrillo fight A. Cañellas Rodero / L. Peralta Exposito 6-4, 6-4
Mr. Talavan / S. Saiz Vallejo fight A. Dominguez Gracia / C. Casali Vannicelli 6-2, 6-4
N. Rodriguez Camacho / G. Dal Pozzo fight A. Lopez Moral / M. Rodriguez Abajo 1-6, 6-2, 6-1

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