Brussels P2: Qualifiers who shake up the hierarchy, the round of 16 matchups are taking shape

The second day of the round of 32 at P2 from Brussels The tournament has provided its share of lessons, ranging from expected confirmations to unexpected performances. In a lively men's draw, a pair who came through qualifying continues to defy expectations, while in the women's draw, all the round of 16 matchups are now set, with some very high-level encounters already.

Oria / Gutiérrez, qualifiers who extend their adventure

They are the only survivors of the qualifiers… and they don’t intend to stop there. Agustín Gutiérrez et Salva Oria secured their place in the round of 16 after a solid victory against Javi Barahona et Gonza Alfonso ( 7 / 5 6 / 4 ).

Having come from behind, the Argentinian and the Spaniard are continuing their journey with authority. This performance confirms their current momentum and their ability to compete at this level.

Next step: a major challenge against the No. 5 seed, Paquito Navarro et Fran Guerrero , who had already qualified earlier in the week.

Arroyo/Aguirre face off against the number ones

In the other matches of the men's draw, Álex Arroyo et Tolito Aguirre have perfectly mastered their entry into the competition. Facing Belluati / Sager Also coming through qualifying, they won in two sets ( 7 / 6 6 / 1 ).

A victory that propels them towards a highly anticipated round of 16 match against the defending champions. Arturo Coello et Agustín Tapia , back on the circuit after their absence in Egypt.

Alonso/Goñi are off to a flying start, Ruiz/Sanyo are already struggling

The new association Edu Alonso / Aimar Goñi starts in the best possible way with a clear victory against Sintes / Santigosa ( 6 / 3 6 / 3 They will face the pair in the round of 16 Garrido / Bergamini , seeded No. 8, also victorious by the same score.

On the other hand, the dynamics are more complicated for Victor Ruiz et Sanyo Gutiérrez , beaten for the second time in a row since their return together. They lost to Collado / Hernandez ( 4 / 6 4 / 6 ), who will have a tough time in the next round against Juan Lebrón et Leo Augsburg .

Brussels P2: Qualifiers shaking up the hierarchy, the round of 16 matchups are taking shape

Nieto/Sanz deliver in a tight match

Seeded No. 6, Coki Nieto et Jon sanz had to work to overcome Libaak / Chozas A victory in two sets ( 7 / 6 6 / 3 ), acquired after a hard-fought first set.

They will face in the next round Diestro / Maxi Sánchez Blasco , already qualified on Tuesday.

Women's draw: Round of 16 matches to look forward

In the women's competition, the first day of the main draw determined all the round of 16 matches.

Among the notable results, Carolina orsi et Patty Llaguno have perfectly launched their new association with a victory against Riera / Navarro ( 6 / 4 6 / 1 They will now be reunited with one of the most in-form pairs at the moment, Bea González et Paula Josemaría , recent winners of the last two tournaments.

On their side, Martina Fassio et Raquel Eugenio staged an impressive comeback: beaten in the first set, they then inflicted two sets to zero on their opponents ( 3/6 6/0 6/0 They will challenge the No. 4 seed, Araújo / Fernández .

Balanced lineups and surprises

Several matches have confirmed the strength of the women's draw.
Caldera / Goenaga prevailed in a close match ( 7 / 5 6 / 4 and will play against Ari Sánchez et Andrea Ustero .

Aguilar / Manquillo , who came through qualifying, also continue their journey after a clear victory ( 6 / 2 6 / 1 and will face Ortega / Calvo .

Another notable increase: that of Rodríguez / Dal Pozzo who prevail after losing the first set ( 3/6 6/4 6/1 ) and secure a duel against Salazar / Alonso .

Finally Iglesias / Osoro dominant in the face of Touly / Parmigiani ( 6 / 1 6 / 0 ), will find Icardo / Jensen in the round of 16, while Castelló / Rufo will challenge Guinart / Virseda after their victory in two sets.

With qualifiers continuing to surprise and top seeds gradually coming into their own, the Brussels tournament is clearly ramping up the intensity. The round of 16 already promises several high-level matches.

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!