There are games that mark a before and after in the season and this could be the one that relaunches the couple formed by Franco Stupaczuk and Mike Yanguas. On the center court of Newgiza they have brought out their best version so far to win their first title since they got together. A knock on the table to start cutting points from the three pairs that lead the ranking of the International Paddle Federation.
Today they faced Javi Garrido and Lucas Bergaminiwho had just completed a great week. They have been one step below, showing that They still have a little bit to improve to be among the best. His proposal is good, with a puncher like Córdoba and a more classic drive like the Brazilian. They lack some volume of play and today it was noticedalthough they have the ability to achieve great things.
Stupaczuk and Yanguas have finally shown the great talent they have. Stupa, as we said in the semifinals, is not at his best, but he is still getting there to be one of the best backhand players in the world. Today he has been successful in achieving a large number of winnersand take control of the party. Yesterday his teammate was better, who today has lowered his performance a little against a Bergamini that reaffirms that the ‘Chingottos’ still have a place in this very powerful and fast padel of today.
Stupa and Yanguas, idols in Egypt.
The first set was even, but The ‘Papelito’ was decisive in the most important moments to tip the balance. A 6-3 that left everything open for the second set, which started with a spectacular version by Bergamini. Stupa began to grow too and everything was decided in the tie-break. In the end, Javi Garrido was not up to parwith quite a few errors that ended up placing the final 7-6.
Marta Ortega and Sofía Araujo are also crowned
The women’s final faced Jessica Castelló and Alejandra Salazar before Sofía Araujo and Marta Ortega. A duel between two couples who arrived in great shape, although the Spanish-Portuguese duo without making as much noise. Marta and Sofía have become accustomed to winning in silence and letting their triumphs speak for themselves. It was a union that not so many people had faith in and they are emerging as two players to take into account.
They have taken the victory in Egypt to add a new trophy to their showcases. Furthermore, with enough authority, going over Castelló and Salazar who are lacking regularity. Especially Jessica, who It mixes days where it is spectacular, like the one in the semifinals, with some that are a little worse, like today.
Marta and Araujo celebrate the title in Egypt.
The first round was more even, with several exchanges of blows that suggested it could be a very close final. However, Sofía’s efficiency and Marta’s solidity made it 6-4. Another story entirely in the second, where superiority has become evident. 6-2 and red colorín. Araujo and Ortega win in Egypt to continue completing a great season.
Now, with this P2 already finished, All eyes on Doha for a World Cup that could mark a before and after. It is the tournament of the year and seven of the eight that have competed for the title today will be in the Qatari capital.
