The first event of the year, the Riyadh P1 has already reshaped several balances in the FIP ranking and provided an initial assessment of the forces at play for 2026.

Tapia / Coello widen the gap

At men's, Agustín Tapia et Arturo Coello kick off the season with a title against Galan / Chingotto (6/4 6/2).
Beyond the trophy, they extend their lead to more than 2 points at the top of the rankings (19,800 versus 17,740), a mattress that allows them to control the start of the year.

Behind, Juan Lebrón enjoys his semi-final with Leo Augsburg to pass No. 5 worldwide, before Franco Stupaczuk.
Paquito Navarro goes back to the 7th place, while the absence of Coki Nieto makes him back away 9th rank.

Emerging pairs to watch

The tournament also highlighted the progress of Javi Martinez / Rama Valenzuela, quarter-finalists in Riyadh.
They win 14 seats each and are getting closer to top 60.

Ari/Ustero make a strong start

For women, the new association Ariana Sánchez / Andrea Ustero They made a lasting impression with a title in their first tournament together, after a comeback in the final against Triay / Brea (3/6 6/1 6/4).

In the ranking, Ari Sánchez consolidates its 3th place in the world and exceeds Paula Josemaría, While Andrea Ustero continues its rise and becomes n ° 7 worldwide just 18 years.

On your mind, Triay / Brea remain co-number 1 with 18 300 points, but the gap is narrowing.

The RACE is launched

With Riyadh and the FIP Platinum of Marseille, the Race 2026 begins to take shape.
Without surprise, Tapia / Coello lead to men, while Ari / Ustero occupy first place on the women's side.

This is still an early ranking, but it will count towards qualification for the Premier Padel Barcelona Finals, reserved for 16 best players of the season.

An initial hierarchy, still evolving

This first tournament confirms the dominance of Tapia / Coello, RELAUNCH Lebróninstall Ari / Ustero as credible contenders and highlights new pairs on the rise.
The hierarchy is in place, but the long timetable still leaves room for movement.

Benjamin Dupouy

I discovered padel directly during a tournament, and frankly, I didn't really like it at first. But the second time, it was love at first sight, and since then, I haven't missed a single match. I'm even ready to stay up until 3am to watch a final of Premier Padel !

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