The top seeds were all present in Rome on Wednesday. For their first match in the main draw of the  Italy Major 2026 ,  Arturo Coello and Agustín Tapia  qualified without difficulty for the round of 16, followed a little later by  Alejandro Galán and Federico Chingotto They too were solid in their entry into the tournament.

A controlled start for the world number 1s

Highly anticipated for their first match in the first Major of the season,  Coello and Tapia  were facing the Italians  Alvaro Montiel and Flavio Abbate , supported by a crowd entirely won over to their cause on the Nicola Pietrangeli court.

After a few exchanges to find their rhythm, the world-ranked leaders quickly took control of the game. More precise in attack and very solid in crucial moments, they gradually stifled the hopes of the home team.

Result: a clear victory in two sets.  6 / 2 6 / 2 which allows them to approach the rest of the competition with serenity.

A notable change for Tapia and Coello

Beyond the result, another novelty caught the attention of the Roman spectators. The Spanish-Argentine pair appeared in a kit dominated by red, a visual choice rarely seen in recent seasons.

Italy Major 2026: Coello and Tapia launch their campaign, Galán and Chingotto already on board

A detail that is not entirely new since this color had already been worn occasionally in 2024, but which nevertheless surprised many observers during this first appearance at the Foro Italico.

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Galán and Chingotto continue their winning streak

In the other major event of the day,  Alejandro Galán and Federico Chingotto  They too have secured their place in the next round.

Italy Major 2026: Coello and Tapia launch their campaign, Galán and Chingotto already on board
Italy Major 2026: Coello and Tapia launch their campaign, Galán and Chingotto already on board

Opposed to  Álex Chozas and Tino Libaak The defending champions imposed their rhythm from the very first games. Very aggressive in transitions and as complementary as ever in their tactical organization, the players coached by Jorge Martínez never really allowed their opponents to believe in an upset.

The final score,  6 / 1 6 / 4 , perfectly reflects their dominance.

The favorites are ready to deliver in Rome

After the first rounds played at the Foro Italico, the two main references of the men's circuit have therefore perfectly negotiated their entry into the competition.

Coello and Tapia continue their quest for another major title, while Galán and Chingotto confirm the confidence gained during the South American tour. The round of 16 now promises more challenging matches in a draw that is gradually increasing in intensity.

Franck Binisti

Franck Binisti discovered padel at the Club des Pyramides in 2009 in the Paris region. Since then, padel has been part of his life. You often see him touring France to cover major French padel events.

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