Le Riyadh Premier Padel P1 The main draw has officially begun, and several French players will be ones to watch closely right from this first round. Between evenly matched fixtures and great opportunities, it promises to be a busy day for the French contingent.

Thomas Leygue / Nuno Deus: a balanced first round

Thomas Leygue begins his tournament alongside the Portuguese player Nuno Deus (38th in the world).
They will face Enrique Goenaga / Aimar GoñiA solid but beatable pair. On paper, the match looks very balanced, with real chances for the Frenchman and his partner.

In case of victory, the challenge will increase with a potential duel against the seeded 13, Alex Ruiz / Juanlu Esbrí.

Match information:

  • 2nd rotation at 12pm (local time)
  • center court

Alix Collombon / Jana Montes

The French number 1 Alix Collombon made her entrance accompanied by the Spanish woman Jana Montes.
They will face Noa Cánovas / María Rodríguez, a first round that looks very balanced on paper.

In the event of qualification, the situation immediately became more complicated with the seeded 2, Bea González / Paula Josemaríawho would be waiting for them in the next round.

Match information:

  • 3nd rotation at 12pm (local time)
  • Court 1

Godallier / Marchetti: a real opportunity

Fresh out of qualifying, Léa Godallier and the Italian Giorgia Marchetti inherit a very interesting draw.
They will face the local wild cards Khalil Fareh / Yamani, a match where the Franco-Italian pair are the clear favorites.

If successful, a possible clash with the seeded 5, Tamara Icardo / Claudia Jensen, but with a real opportunity to secure a place in the round of 16.

Match information:

  • Not before 19 p.m. (local time)
  • center court

Blanqué/Guichard, rescued and ambitious

Having qualified through the qualifiers thanks to their status lucky losers, Bastien Blanqué et Dylan Guichard find a place in the main table.
They will face Juan Cruz Belluati / Facundo DomínguezA match where the French will not be favorites, but with the potential to put up a good fight.

Match information:

  • 6nd rotation at 12pm (local time)
  • Court 1

A key day for the French

Between tricky matches, real opportunities and big challenges ahead, this first day of the main draw of the Riyadh P1 could already provide valuable insights into the form of the French at the start of this season.

All matches can be watched live on the YouTube channel. Premier Padel to make sure you don't miss anything from the French team's debut in Riyadh.

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