With the return of Lebron, Jon Sanz and Ale Galan play their last tournament together. In Valencia, their objectives are clear: finish in style and afford a title.

Coello and Tapia had the first word

From the start of the match, the Spanish pair is overexcited. She will even offer herself two break points on the service of Coello and Tapia. But the numbers 1 of the circuit resist and dismiss the opportunities of their opponents.

The points are hung and the pace of play intensifies, it is the turn of the Hispano-Argentinian pair to obtain break opportunities. The first is the good one for Gustavo Pratto's men who end up escaping. King Arturo and the “Mozart de Catamarca” manage to make the difference in the first set and thus take the advantage in the meeting: 6/3

Set summary 1 Coello Tapia VS Galan Sanz

The “Jon Show” in Valencia

Galvanized by the precious advice of Ale Galan, Jon Sanz is in a state of grace in this second round. The player from Pamplona displays impressive accuracy and surprises with his enthusiasm. The Spanish pair quickly achieve a double break, thus casting doubt in the minds of their opponents. Abused, Coello and Tapia exchange questioning looks. Led 5/1, the numbers 1 are jostled and suffer the lightning of Jon Sanz.

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Yet, against all odds, the kings of the circuit find the resources to return. Gustavo Pratto's players will even save a set point and come back up. The numbers 1 end up pushing their opponents to the tie-break. Once again Valencia fans are treated to a thrilling turnaround. Like Galan on this monumental volley, the Spanish pair regain their confidence and end up winning the second leg. A set everywhere.

Set summary 2 Coello Tapia VS Galan Sanz

The level of play is stratospheric. The two pairs go blow for blow and the public is delighted. Ale Galan and Jon Sanz redouble their efforts and stand up to the world number 1. Jon Sanz impresses once again with his flashes and his devilish hand. The kings of the circuit kneel after giving up their service game. For the second time this season on the World Padel Tour, Arturo Coello and Agustin Tapia lose. Sanz and Galan achieve the feat and impose themselves in a stunning match 3/6 7/6 6/4 in 2h17.

A first final for their last tournament

Jon Sanz has never hidden his desire to win a title, as evidenced by the tears shed and the frustration felt in Toulouse, undeniable signs of his ambition. By forming a duo with Galan, the player from Pamplona aimed to take a step forward. On the Valencia pitch, the 22-year-old was monumental. For their last tournament together, Jon Sanz and Ale Galan offer themselves a first final,

This Sunday, the Spanish pair will face each other at the Superpibes. The final promises to be explosive and it will be to follow on Canal + antennas just after the ladies' final which takes place at 10am.

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.

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