Coello and Tapia are once again skipping the P2 Newgiza while the circuit is being reorganized

Le P2 of Newgiza , expected from 14 to 18 April en Egypt , is being prepared in a particular context. Between geopolitical uncertainties in the region and absence of world number 1 Arturo Coello and Agustín Tapia The tournament could be a game-changer. Especially since it will also mark the beginnings of several new associations on the circuit.

Coello and Tapia absent for the third time

When the list of registered participants for the Premier Padel P2 of Newgiza was officially announced, but one name was immediately missing: that of the world's number 1 pair.

Arturo Coello and Agustín Tapia have chosen to not to participate in the Egyptian tournament This is a decision that has been repeated for the third consecutive season. Last year, they also skipped the Newgiza stage.

Coello and Tapia are once again skipping the P2 Newgiza race while the circuit is being reorganized.

From a sporting perspective, the choice makes sense. P2 category tournaments award fewer ranking points (600 for the winners) and players are not obligated to participate. With nearly 3,000 points ahead of their pursuers Ale Galán and Federico Chingotto The leaders in the standings can manage their schedule with some leeway.

After Miami, they should therefore observe several weeks without competition before an expected return to P2 Brussels, scheduled from April 20 to 27 Good news for our Belgian neighbors.

A tournament being closely watched

However, the context goes beyond the purely sporting aspect.

The region is going through a period of instability that has already impacted the circuit's schedule. Qatar's major has been suspended , obliging Premier Padel to review his program.

In this uncertain climate, the Newgiza tournament is naturally under close scrutiny. The organizers continue to assess the situation, and several options remain open should conditions change.

For now, the competition is still on. And despite the absence of Coello and Tapia, All the other major pairs on the circuit are registered. .

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A great opportunity to grab several pairs

Without the number 1s, the men's chart takes on a whole new dimension.

Several pairs can reasonably aim for the title. Franco Stupaczuk and Mike Yanguas , winners in Newgiza in 2024, know the conditions well and appear as serious contenders.

Juan Lebrón and Leo Augsburger will also have a great opportunity to go and win their first trophy together. Coki Nieto and Jon Sanz could also benefit from a more open draw to get closer to the later rounds.

And of course, Ale Galán and Fede Chingotto Those registered in the final minutes before closing will be among the natural favorites.

NewGiza P2 – Franco Stupaczuk and Mike Yanguas, the new pharaohs of Egypt

Newgiza will also mark the beginnings of several associations

Beyond the fight for the title, the Egyptian stage should also serve as a starting point for several new projects on the circuit.

Among the expected changes, Sanyo Gutiérrez will begin his association with Víctor Ruiz , While Gonza Alfonso will form a pair with Javi Barahona .

Other combinations will also make their debut:

José Jiménez with Javi García
Maxi Sánchez Blasco with José García Diestro
David Gala with Íñigo Jofre
Pablo García with Álvaro Cepero

All these associations will be looking to quickly find their bearings in a tournament that could serve as a full-scale test for the second part of the season.

Maceo ZERHAT

Maceo Zerhat discovered padel in 2020 in Savigny-sur-Clairis, Burgundy. He contributed to the club's expansion by bringing his energy and curiosity. Padel Magazinehe transmits his Padel"mania" by skillfully bouncing on all the latest news about your favorite sport!