Valencia Premier Padel P1: A Nail-Biting Final – Tapia and Coello Prevail in Dramatic Fashion

The Valencia Premier Padel P1 delivered unforgettable drama at La Fonteta, where over 40,000 passionate fans witnessed high-level padel and a historic men’s final. Arturo Coello and Agustín Tapia claimed the title in one of the most epic comebacks of the season, while Ariana Sánchez and Andrea Ustero secured their second victory of the year in the women’s draw.

Men’s Final: An Epic Remontada for the Ages

The showdown between world number ones Coello/Tapia and their fierce rivals Alejandro Galán and Federico Chingotto lived up to the hype as a true “Superclásico.” The match lasted over two hours and was packed with momentum swings, brilliant shots, and unbreakable mental fortitude.

First Set: Galán and Chingotto edged a tight tie-break to take the lead.
Second Set: Coello and Tapia responded with dominance, cruising to a commanding 6-1 win to level the match.
Third Set & Tie-Break: The decider was pure chaos. Galán/Chingotto built a commanding 5-2 lead (and later led 5-1 in the tie-break), seemingly on the verge of victory. But the Golden Boys refused to fold. They mounted an incredible comeback, capitalizing on a few errors from a tiring Chingotto and unleashing clutch winners—particularly from Tapia. They forced the final tie-break and sealed the win 7-6 after trailing significantly.

Final Score: Coello/Tapia def. Galán/Chingotto 6-7, 6-1, 7-6.

This victory marked Coello’s 50th career title and another chapter in one of padel’s greatest rivalries. Tapia and Coello showed why they remain the top pair, turning potential defeat into legendary triumph.

Women’s Final: Sánchez and Ustero Confirm Their Rise

In the women’s draw, Ariana Sánchez and Andrea Ustero continued their strong form by defeating Sofia Araújo and Claudia Fernández in a competitive three-set battle.

They took the first set 6-4, dropped the second 3-6, but regrouped powerfully in the third to win 6-2. This was their second Premier Padel title of the season (after Riyadh), solidifying their position as a top contender.

Final Score: Sánchez/Ustero def. Araújo/Fernández 6-4, 3-6, 6-2.

Tournament Highlights

La Fonteta created an electric atmosphere all week, proving once again why Valencia is a standout venue on the Premier Padel calendar. Both finals showcased the depth, intensity, and excitement that define modern professional padel.

Congratulations to all the champions and finalists! The 2026 season keeps delivering unforgettable moments.