Johan Bergeron et Timeo Fonteny launch their qualifying campaign at Newgiza P2 with an interesting status. The French arrive in seeded 6 , with a picture that gives them a glimpse of a real opportunity.
A first round well within their reach
For their first match, they will face either:
- Kassem / Sabry
- Rodriguez Vidal / Garcia Calahorro
Regardless of the opponent, the French will clearly start Favourites On paper, and based on their current level of play, they have what it takes to get through this first round.
A winnable second round despite being seeded 3
In case of victory, the level will rise a notch with a likely duel against the seeded 3 , Federico Mourino / Alami Mohamed .
But here again, there is a real card to be played.
Si Mourino , class 68th in the world , brings solidity, its partner Alami Mohamed He, on the other hand, is classified 1198th in the world A significant difference that could affect the balance of the match.
If the French manage to orient the game Regarding the Moroccan player, there is clearly an opening to go and get the victory.
One clear objective: the final table
With this draw, Bergeron / Fonteny have a great opportunity to go and find a qualification for the final draw .
The issue is also financial: a qualification would bring them money. 27 FIP points , always valuable in the race for the rankings.
The context is favorable. It's up to them to do the job.
I discovered padel directly during a tournament, and frankly, I didn't really like it at first. But the second time, it was love at first sight, and since then, I haven't missed a single match. I'm even ready to stay up until 3am to watch a final of Premier Padel !

























































































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