After 331 days of frustration and near-misses, Federico Chingotto and Alejandro Galán finally overcame the dominant duo of Agustín Tapia and Arturo Coello in the final of the Premier Padel Italy Major 2025. The Foro Italico in Rome witnessed a seismic shift in the padel landscape as the second seeds delivered a near-flawless performance to win 6-3, 7-5.
The match was a rematch of last year’s final, but this time the outcome felt more symbolic. Chingotto and Galán, often praised for their chemistry and tactical discipline, executed their game plan with surgical precision. Galán’s explosive overheads and Chingotto’s relentless defense at the net neutralized Tapia and Coello’s trademark aggression. The win not only ended a nine-match losing streak against the world number ones but also marked their fourth title of the season, drawing them level with their rivals in the 2025 title race.
The atmosphere in Rome was electric, with over 30,000 fans packing the stands. Every rally was met with roars, especially as the underdogs began to take control. The duo’s ability to absorb pressure and turn defense into attack was on full display, particularly in the second set where they saved multiple break points before closing out the match.
Off the court, the buzz was just as intense. Social media exploded with reactions, with many calling it the match of the season. Hot takes ranged from “the end of Coello-Tapia dominance” to “the birth of a new golden rivalry.” Some fans even dubbed Chingotto the unofficial MVP of the tournament for his consistency and clutch play under pressure.
With the Valladolid P2 event on the horizon, the padel world is watching closely. Was this a one-off upset or the beginning of a power shift? One thing is certain: Chingotto and Galán have reignited the fire at the top of the rankings, and the race for supremacy is far from over.
