Arturo Coello and Agustín Tapia have started the year 2025 on a high note by clinching the Premier Padel P1 title in Riyadh. The world number one pair showcased their dominance by defeating Juan Lebrón and Franco Stupaczuk in a thrilling final. The match, held at the Padel Rush Arena, saw Coello and Tapia emerge victorious in three sets with scores of 6/3, 7/5, and 6/3.
The final began with Coello and Tapia setting an intense pace, leaving their opponents struggling to find openings. The first set was a demonstration of their prowess, as they quickly secured a 6/3 win. However, the dynamics shifted in the second set, with Lebrón and Stupaczuk adjusting their strategy and finding ways to challenge the top-seeded pair. Their efforts paid off as they managed to take the second set 7/5, leveling the match and raising the stakes for the final set.
In the decisive third set, Coello and Tapia regained their momentum, breaking their opponents’ serve early on and maintaining their lead. Their consistent performance and ability to capitalize on key moments ensured they did not let the match slip away. With 66 winners compared to 51 from Lebrón and Stupaczuk, and only 30 unforced errors against their opponents’ 40, Coello and Tapia’s efficiency and regularity made the difference.
This victory not only marks their first title of the year but also reaffirms their status as the top pair in the world. The win is particularly significant as it comes after their loss to Lebrón and Galán in the same tournament last year. With this triumph, Coello and Tapia have set the tone for the rest of the season, demonstrating that they remain the team to beat.
