Premier Padel Rome 2022



29/05/2022

Good evening from Padel Island ! Today we're discussing the final of the Italy Major Premier Padel, which took place this afternoon between Juan Lebrón/Alejandro Galán and Paquito Navarro/Martín Di Nenno , specifically at 6:00 PM on the central court of Foro Itálico with 7,000 spectators filling the stands and with perfect weather conditions.

The spectacle began long before the first point of the match, thanks to the incredible atmosphere. The stands were packed, with fans singing, dancing, and cheering on their idols even before they stepped onto the court. We'll remember the atmosphere at this tournament for a long time, especially Paquito Navarro, who was by far the favorite player of the Italian padel fans throughout the tournament. During the trophy presentation, they sang a memorable and unforgettable "Paquito is on fire" with as much emotion and joy as if they were celebrating a World Cup victory for their national team.

Returning to the purely sporting aspects, it was a close match, fiercely contested, and only the mental fortitude of the number 1 pair (Galán/Lebrón), and perhaps also their superior physical strength, tipped the final result in their favor. The first set went to the number 2 pair 4-6, who seemed to have entered the match more focused and psychologically prepared. But the Spanish duo reacted midway through the second set when it appeared they were heading for defeat, and began to unleash a barrage of winners that Navarro and Di Nenno couldn't counter, ultimately losing the set by a tight 7-5.

The third and final set arrived with everything tied. It was a set in which Lebrón and Galán took advantage of a single break to take the lead and ultimately win the set, the match, and the tournament. This secured their first Premier Padel title and avenged their loss in the Qatar Major final just over a month and a half prior.

That's all for now, fellow padel fans. This concludes our report on this fantastic tournament, which certainly didn't disappoint. It's been a real pleasure being here each night, and we hope to see you in our future reports and articles. Greetings from Padel Island .

28/05/2022

Good evening once again from Padel Island ... Today we're discussing the semi-final matches we experienced at the Italy Major Premier Padel, which we can only describe as spectacular.

These were two incredible matches, both going to three sets, which gives you a good idea of ​​how evenly matched they were. You could say the favorites won in the end, but as we all know, in the semifinals of a tournament like this, with such high-caliber pairings, anyone could have made it to tomorrow's final.

The Foro Italico was packed to capacity, with almost 6,000 spectators enjoying every point from start to finish. The fans were completely devoted to their idols, and the weather (20°C and cloudy skies) was perfectly favorable. Both matches took place in this setting and under these conditions.

At 6:00 PM, the match between Fede Chingotto/Juan Tello and Paquito Navarro/Martín Di Nenno began. Although the first set (6-2) suggested a comfortable victory for the Spanish/Argentine duo, the Argentinians staged a remarkable comeback, taking the second set 6-3 and forcing a decisive third set. This set featured some of the most spectacular points, with Paquito Navarro standing out among the four players, playing brilliantly and in top form. The Italian crowd adores him, and he more than repaid their affection with his dedication and incredible performance. Finally, after a break of serve in the fourth game, Navarro and Di Nenno secured the victory with a final score of 6-2, 3-6, 6-2.

After a short break, Juan Lebrón/Alejandro Galán and Fernando Belasteguín/Arturo Coello took to the court in a match very similar to the previous one. The first set was relatively easy for the number 1 pair, who won 6-4. Their opponents rallied in the second set, taking it 6-3, but in the final set, the favorites dug deep, played their best padel, and secured their place in the final with a total score of 6-4, 3-6, 6-3. During this last set, we witnessed an unpleasant incident: a spectator began insulting Juan Lebrón, who, in responding, turned a large part of the crowd against him for the remainder of the match. This type of behavior must stop. It is unacceptable for a spectator's poor conduct to provoke these disturbances, which seriously disrupt the flow of the match and can lead to stoppages in play and a loss of concentration for the players. Those responsible for organizing all types of tournaments must take this issue very seriously and resolve it as soon as possible.

Tomorrow we have a final with the same protagonists we saw in the first Major (Doha) of this new competition, and we'll be covering it here, just as we have throughout the tournament in Rome. As always, greetings from Padel Island .

P.S.: Congratulations to Real Madrid on their fourteenth Champions League title!!

27/05/2022

Good evening again friends of Padel Island , today we'll tell you how the quarter-finals of the championship that all of us fans are following, the Italy Major Premier Padel, have unfolded.

In the first match of the day , Fede Chingotto/Juan Tello faced Xisco Gil/Agustín Gómez Silingo . The former, ranked number 4, played very solidly and consistently. Although it seemed like it would be an open match at the start, the favorites gradually asserted their defensive strength and lack of unforced errors. This allowed them to win the first set with relative ease, and the second set was very similar. Gil and Silingo had several break point opportunities in the second set, but they couldn't capitalize. The match ended 6-3, 6-4 for the Argentinians, who will face Navarro/Di Nenno tomorrow.

In the second match, the number 1 seeds, Ale Galán and Juan Lebrón , took to the court to face one of the tournament's surprise pairs, Agustín Gutiérrez and Jon Sanz. From the outset, the number 1 seeds asserted their dominance, securing the first break in the third game, which proved decisive in taking the first set 6-4. In the second set, Galán and Lebrón again broke serve in the third game, and although there were moments when it seemed the match might slip away, they ultimately closed out the set and the match 6-3.

At 6:00 PM, the match between Álex Ruiz/Momo González and Paquito Navarro/Martín Di Nenno began. The Spanish-Argentine duo had an uneven start, trailing throughout the first set. Although they managed to level the score at 5-5, the Málaga pair ultimately took it 7-5. Navarro/Di Nenno responded immediately in the second set, quickly and easily winning it 6-2. In the third and final set, the number 2 pair came out strong, quickly taking a 5-2 lead. Then… the rain arrived, determined to play a significant role in the day's events, and forced a nearly hour-long suspension of the match. When play resumed, consisting of only one game, the match was effectively over with another 6-2 victory for Navarro/Di Nenno.

And finally, in the fourth match, the fifth and third seeds, Fernando Belasteguín/Arturo Coello and Franco Stupaczuk/Pablo Lima , played. It was undoubtedly the most interesting and intense match of the day, with both pairs having their chances. In the first set, decided in a tiebreak, the match was incredibly close, with Belasteguín and Coello ultimately taking it. The Brazilian/Argentine pair staged a great comeback in the second set, breaking serve early and winning it 6-3. In the final set, with everything still to play for, Bela's intelligence and experience proved decisive in the crucial moments, allowing him to secure the third set 6-4 and advance directly to tomorrow's semifinals.

In short, and apologies to our readers for going on a bit longer than necessary today, we've had a top-level day of padel. Tomorrow we have two fantastic matches in store: Galán/Lebrón vs. Bela/Coello and Chingotto/Tello vs. Navarro/Di Nenno… Can anyone top that?

After the Champions League final (as I said yesterday, man does not live by padel alone), tomorrow you'll find the full report of the semifinals here again. As always, greetings from Padel Island .

26/05/2022

Good evening friends of Padel Island , we continue to bring you the latest news from the Italy Major Premier Padel tournament.

The top eight seeded pairs began their participation in the round of 32 , and there were no surprises; all advanced to the round of 16, although some needed a third set. The 10th seed (Juan Cruz Belluati and Ramiro Moyano) and the 14th seed (Josete Rico and Iñigo Zaratiegui) were eliminated in this round. As we mentioned in our last update, the heat and humidity typical of Rome may have taken their toll on some players.

In the round of 16 , played again in very hot conditions, we saw some spectacular matches and a few unexpected eliminations. The number 7 seeds, Maxi Sánchez and Lucho Capra, who faced Agustín Gutiérrez and Jon Sanz (13), and the number 8 seeds, Javi Ruiz and Javi Rico, who played against Gómez Silingo and Xisco Gil (11), left the tournament earlier than expected.

We're in for some thrilling quarterfinals with a stratospheric level of play. We can't single out any particular match; they all look fantastic. We'll be keeping a close eye on the Top 3 pairs, but we won't miss a single match. Tomorrow is forecast to be a bit warmer, although the sky will likely be cloudy all day, so the humidity (weather-wise, not in terms of the game) is guaranteed.

And Rome? Well, what can I say about Rome... for this writer, it's the most beautiful European capital, the most vibrant, and where there will always be new and fascinating corners to discover. Man does not live by padel alone.

More information and a new summary of the day will be available tomorrow. We will update the blog daily until the end of the tournament. Greetings from Padel Island .

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24/05/2022

After two intense days of top-level play, the matchups for the Round of 32, which begin tomorrow, are now set. All matches have finished without incident over these two days; there have been no retirements.

So far there have been no major surprises; no pair expected to reach the quarterfinals has been eliminated. Tomorrow, the eight pairs who received byes will finally get into action, with matches that, at least in theory, they should be able to win without too much difficulty, although we know that this round of 32 is very prone to unexpected results.

Today has been a sunny and hot day (almost 30º C in the mid-afternoon), tomorrow it will be a bit hotter so this could be a determining factor in some matches.

What can we tell you about the Italian audience that you can't imagine? They were thrilled and thoroughly enjoyed themselves...

We at Padel Island will keep you updated on everything related to the tournament. Greetings to all our friends!

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23/05/2022

The second event of the new world padel circuit kicks off in Rome, the Eternal City, with the Italy Major Premier Padel.

It takes place at the Foro Italico in Rome from May 23 to 29, once the final draw of 64 pairs has been formed over the weekend.

In addition to the already anticipated absences of Agustín Tapia and Miguel Lamperti due to contractual issues with their main sponsor ( Nox ), Sanyo Gutiérrez, Juan Martín Díaz, Lucas Campagnolo, and Javi Garrido have also withdrawn from the tournament. Aside from these exceptions, the best players in the world will undoubtedly be participating.

Given the level of the participants, the incredible passion for the sport in Italy, and the incomparable setting where it will take place, we are sure it will be a spectacular tournament.

Padel Island will keep you updated on the tournament's progress. Here's the final draw, and we encourage you to share your thoughts:

Which pair will emerge victorious and take home the 2,000 FIP points, plus the largest share of the €525,000 prize pool?

We look forward to your responses!!!