Tolito Aguirre and Gonza Alfonso, the iconic pair of theA1 Padel, participate together in the Premier Padel P2 of Gijón. Usually, these two players would pair up with higher ranked partners to perform better in the draws. Premier Padel, due to a lack of sufficient points on this circuit. But this time, they decided to unite, taking advantage of a table weakened by numerous forfeits.

A table deserted by the best players

The Gijón P2 is marked by a wave of withdrawals, a consequence of a Massive boycott of players. The seed 1 is now composed of Lucas Campagnolo (26th) et Maxi Sanchez (23rd), which illustrates the unusual situation well.

An opportunity for Tolito and Gonza

In this context, Tolito Aguirre and Gonza Alfonso see a opportunity to shine on the circuit Premier Padel. With the absence of many big names, they could collect valuable points to improve their ranking. This Gijón P2, although deserted by the usual stars, thus becomes a real opportunity for many players.

A controversy that is shaking up the circuit

The many packages are linked to a new controversial regulation set up by Premier Padel and the FIP. This situation has sparked an unprecedented mobilization of players, particularly among the world top 20, who are denouncing rules deemed unfair and a lack of consultation. If this mobilization aims to put pressure on Premier Padel, it also offers an opportunity for lower ranked players, like Tolito and Gonza, to shine in a tournament where the competition is more open.

Gijón P2: a deserted tournament, the players' revolt explodes!

The two Argentines will therefore try to take advantage of this tense context to earn points on the circuit Premier Padel, before starting their season on the A1 circuit Padel.

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 !

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