The second women's semi-final of the Barcelona Finals delivered a very high-level match. Facing off against Ariana Sánchez and Paula Josemaría, Claudia Fernández and Bea González achieved a major feat by winning 6 / 4 6 / 2, at the end of an intense battle lasting more than 2:15pmA victory of character that propels them into the final.

An interminable and very hard-fought first set

The match starts strong, with a entry break for Fernández / González, much more offensive and very present in the exchange. Sánchez et Jose MariaPut under pressure, they gradually manage to get back into the set, but without ever really regaining control.

The level of play is very high, the rallies are long.
It will take over 1 hour 20 minutes to see this first set conclude, ultimately in favor of Fernández / González (6/4), more effective in key moments.

The same scenario played out in the second set.

The second set starts on a similar footing. After a very long opening game, Fernandez et González entry break and immediately gain the upper hand. This time, they don't give up.

Still as aggressive, solid on serve, and tactically well-organized, they remained ahead throughout the set. Opposite them, Sánchez et Jose Maria struggle to reverse the trend.

Fernandez / Gonzalez conclude the match with authority 6/2showing their joy after this significant success. On to the final.

The stats confirm a well-deserved victory.

  • 53% of points earned, compared to 47%
  • 24% of break points converted, compared to 11%
  • Improved service efficiency :
    • 61% of points won on the first serve
  • Stronger return :
    • 46% won on opponent's first serve

A victory against a historic pair

This success takes on even greater significance in light of the context.
Ariana Sánchez and Paula Josemaría have just beaten the record for the number of matches played together by a women's pair, with 334 matches played in five years, thus surpassing the previous record held by the Alayeto sisters.

Eléah Couvercelle

Racket sports have always been a part of my life, and padel was the obvious choice. Discovered in Marbella as a child, it has since become an integral part of my sporting and family life.

On the same subject

Tags