This quarter-final had a special flavor: Juan lebron et Franco Stupaczuk They are living in Dubai during the final days of their association. Their confrontation against Martín Di Nenno et Leo AugsburgThe fact that they will be their respective future partners from 2026 onwards added another dimension to this decisive evening. And their journey continues a little longer: after nearly two hours of battle, the Spanish-Argentine pair emerged victorious. 4/6 6/3 7/6(3), thus prolonging his final dance.

The start was unfavorable. Di Nenno and Augsburger took the initiative, relying on a consistent rhythm that allowed them to clinch the first set. Lebron and Stupaczuk struggled to find their rhythm, particularly on the return, where they missed their first opportunities.

The game turned in the second half. More precise in their positioning, more aggressive on short balls, LeBron and Stupa converted. 75% of their break points, against only 25% for their opponents. This efficiency completely changed the dynamic, allowing them to come back to level after a controlled set.

The third act revealed the true balance of the match. Both teams had very similar statistics: 51% of points earned for Lebron/Stupa against 49% for Di Nenno/Augsburger. On second balls, however, the gap widened slightly. LeBron and Stupaczuk dominated this crucial area with 57% of points earned, when their opponents remained at 50%A minimal but decisive gap at this stage of the competition.

The tie-break confirmed their progress. More solid in the important exchanges, clearer in their choices, they quickly took the advantage before concluding this quarter-final after a performance of constant improvement.

This victory opens up a highly anticipated semi-final against Ale Galán and Fede ChingottoAnother successful pairing. A new episode in the latest joint adventure of LeBron and Stupaczuk, who are delaying the moment of closing their chapter together a little longer.

Franck Binisti

Franck Binisti discovered padel at the Club des Pyramides in 2009 in the Paris region. Since then, padel has been part of his life. You often see him touring France to cover major French padel events.

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