La Generali Hexagon Cup It had barely opened its doors when the first surprises already arrived. Between favorites being challenged, pairs being reborn, and highly anticipated duels, the first day at the Caja Mágica set the tone.

Garrido and Libaak make a strong start

On Madrid's central court, the day started with a first big shot.
Franco Stupaczuk and Álex Ruiz, playing for the Rafael Nadal Academy, fell in their first match against Javi Garrido and Tino Libaak, 7/6, 6/3.

The pair ofEleven Eleven They hadn't played together for almost a year. But on the court, there was no sign of doubt. Solid, aggressive, and tactically sound, Garrido and Libaak capitalized on their opponents' moments of uncertainty.

A success that does good for two players looking for their bearings after a complicated 2025, and which above all confirms one thing: physically, both players seem to have regained their best level.

Momo and Chingotto in pattern size

The contrast was total in the following match.
The title holders, Fede Chingotto and Momo Gonzalez, representatives of KRÜ Padel (the team led by Sergio Agüero), delivered a true demonstration.

Facing Mike Yanguas and Javi Leal (X Padel Team), the Spanish-Argentine pair left no opening: 6 / 1, 6 / 1neat and without any smudges.

Already impressive at the end of the 2025 season, Momo and Chingotto seem to have continued in the same vein. Volume of play, intensity, technical precision… everything was in place.

Momo Gonzalez and Federico Chingotto at the Hexagon Cup 2026

Di Nenno and Tello dominate Tapia and Jon Sanz

To close out the day, let's get ready for one of the most anticipated clashes.
Agustín Tapia and Jon Sanz, wearing the jersey of the RL9 Teamwere facing Martin Di Nenno and Juan Tellorepresentatives ofAD/Vantage.

And it was the Argentinians who quickly took control. True to the formula that had already served them well in previous editions, Di Nenno and Tello imposed their rhythm.

More consistent and more precise in key moments, they are making their mark. 6 / 3, 6 / 2, giving their team two points to kick-start their Madrid campaign.

Sanz/Tapia VS Di Nenno/Tello at the Hexagone Cup 2026

This first day of the Generali Hexagon Cup 2026 perfectly encapsulates the DNA of the competition:
Favorites under pressure, unexpected pairs waking up, and a great show at the Caja Mágica.

Maceo ZERHAT

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

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