Padel’s Rapid Global Expansion Surges

DramaTensions flared between Juan Lebrón and Franco Stupaczuk during a match, though the pair later reconciled and secured their win. The incident occurred after the first set, which they won in a tie-break. During the benches, Lebron berated his teammate, and Stupa exploded: " You're playing for the fucking opponent, clown, " the Argentine told him before throwing his racket to the ground and walking off, visibly upset.

PartnershipAlejandra Salazar will team up with young prodigy Martina Calvo starting from the Málaga P1 tournament in July, blending experience and fresh talent in a promising new duo.

SchedulingThe Valladolid P2 semifinals will feature a reversed order of play due to extreme heat, with women's matches in the morning and men's in the afternoon, including a highly anticipated third face-off between Galán-Chingotto and Stupa-Lebrón.

ConditionsAle Galán criticized the extreme heat and suffocating environment inside the glass-covered court at Valladolid, calling the conditions "inhumane and unhealthy" for players and fans alike.

TeamsSanyo Gutiérrez and Javi Garrido join forces for the Málaga P1 in mid-July, marking a fresh start for both after a turbulent first half of 2025, aiming to find chemistry and climb the rankings.