After two intense weeks in Rome and Madrid with Premier Padel, the cream of padel worldwide is back on the World Padel Tour. Direction Andalusia for a tournament that promises to be boiling hot.

The absent Superpibes, an opportunity for Lebron and Galan?

In addition to the spectacular victory of the Superpibas in the final, this is the other image that stood out to us last week: Franco Stupaczuk's injury because of billboards. Unfortunately, the Argentinian is too fair to start the competition in Malaga. Forced but deserved rest for the Superpibes who have been struggling in recent weeks. After their hat-trick (Toulouse, Valladolid, Valencia), Carlos Pozzoni's players seemed exhausted, a consequence, no doubt, of the overload of tournaments this season.

Note: this is the first tournament that the Superpibes will miss this season.

A return to the top for Lebron and Galan? We vote for, of course.. Since their return, the former numbers 1 have experienced great difficulties. Dfirst in Rome, where they were surprised by Bela and Yanguas, then Madrid where they once again disappointed against the amazing Capra / Sanchez. To Madrid, 'El Lobo' confessed to having a very difficult time since his return to the track.

MADRID SPAIN JULY 20 Madrid Premier Padel 2023 at Madrid Arena on July 20 2023 in Madrid Spain Photo by Silvestre SzpylmaQuality Sport ImagesMadrid Premier Padel

Following Stupa's injury, Ale and Juan are seeded No. 2 in the tournament. On Wednesday, they will play their first round against Juan Cruz Belluati (32nd WPT) and Javier Ruiz (28th WPT). If they manage to reach the 1/4 finals, Lebron and Galan could find their executioners of the BNL Italy Major, Bela/Yanguas. But for that the two pairs will have to avoid a new disappointment.

1644WEBDownload

Libaak/Augsburger: the pair to follow

Back to play dirty tricks? We love surprises Padel Magazine, and this pair is capable of offering us some. Simple ephemeral reunification or new long-term association? For the moment, the future remains unclear for the two young Argentinians. What is certain is that Leo and Tino will play at least two tournaments together, Málaga and Mendoza.

They impressed us last March with their passion, their insolent success, but above all with their talent, so their return inevitably makes us salivate. In La Rioja, Tino Libaak and Leo Augsburger caused a sensation by becoming the youngest pair to reach a final of the World Padel Tour. IIt is obvious that this pair is one to watch closely. In the first round Libaak and Augsburger will face the pair Vilariño/Ortega. In case of victory they could find the young Spanish pair Sanz / Nieto.

Transcended at home?

Playing a tournament is good, but at home is better. Momo Gonzalez, Bea Gonzalez and Carolina Navarro, from the Andalusian city, will play on their land.

After his exceptional victory in Madrid alongside Delfi Brea, Bea intends to do the double at home.

Still looking for his first title, thehe Momo/Sanyo pair aims to turn a corner in Malaga. Since the beginning of their association, the two players have not necessarily met expectations. Momo could be transcended at home. Enough to win his first title with Sanyo?

Three French people to follow

As usual, among the ladies we will find Léa Godallier and Alix Collombon. In case of victory in the first round Léa and her partner, local Marta Caparros, could find the No. 2 seed: Ortega/Triay. Alix and Victoria Iglesias could face the Virseda/Jensen pair if they win on Wednesday. But for that, you will first have to win the first round:

  • Lea Godallier (38th WPT) / Marta Caparros (39th WPT) vs Araceli Martinez (48th WPT) / Teresa Navarro (42nd WPT)
  • Alix Collombon (24th WPT) / Victoria Iglesias (19th WPT) vs Carla Mesa (31st WPT) / Ariadna Cañellas (64th WPT))
1647WEBDownload

Among the gentlemen we will have a Frenchman to follow: Benjamin Tison. After four qualifying victories, the Tison / Mena pair managed to secure the precious ticket to the main draw of the WPT Open in Malaga. However, we will have to outdo ourselves in the first round on Wednesday, because the Franco-Spanish duo will face what is best done today in the padel: Coello and Tapia!

Vincent Gallie

A fan of oval football, round ball but also racket sports, he was stung by the padel during his adolescence in Galicia. As comfortable in front of the camera as behind a microphone, Vince will be able to bring his vision and expertise as a fan of the little yellow ball.

On the same subject

Tags