Pablo Cardona withdraws from the Hexagon Cup as a medical precaution, Álex Ruiz replaces him

Bad news as we approach the Hexagon Cup (January 28 – February 1, Magic BoxThe team tournament will have to do without paul cardonaforced to give up by medical precautionThe Spanish player, sidelined since the end of last season, has chosen to postpone his return to avoid any relapse. He had to evolve with Franco Stupaczuk within the Rafa Nadal Academy Team by Cox.

To replace him, the team is relying on a sure thing: Álex RuizAlready present during the two previous editions, the “Capitán América” will reform the pair with Stupaczuk, a duo that had already carried the team to two consecutive finalsThis time, the objective is clear: to win the title.

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Coki Nieto was also absent

Before Cardona, Coki Nieto had already announced his withdrawal. Hampered by persistent pain in the right elbow Since the pre-season, the Madrid player will not be able to hold his place alongsideArturo Coello with the Team Bella Puerto RicoHis participation in Riyadh P1, scheduled to take place in two weeks with Jon sanz, remains uncertain.

Cardona's return has been postponed

Absent for the remainder of 2025, paul cardona hoped to make his return at the Hexagon Cup. Ultimately, the prudent approach prevailed. Registered on the first tournament of the season with Javi lealhe preferred to focus on a full recovery.

Another change in Next Gen

The packages don't stop there. In the category Next Gen, KRÜ Padel Kun Agüero will have to do withoutAlexander Sherry, injured during preparation. His replacement will be provided by Marc Sintes, a player on the rise, already seen on the circuit Premier Padel in 2025.

He will team up with Andres Fernandez LanchaA notable feature: both players usually play on the left, which will imply a tactical adaptation rapids.

Benjamin Dupouy

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 !