Alejandro Galán admitted that the semifinal against Juan Lebrón and Leo Augsburger was filled with tension. He explained that after a ball struck Augsburger, he offered an apology but deliberately avoided interaction with Lebrón. “It was a bit embarrassing. I had a nervous laugh even at the end because it’s not appropriate, and I don’t think that’s the best thing for the sport,” Galán said, emphasizing his respect for both rivals and spectators.
Chingotto’s perspective on the battle
Federico Chingotto described the difficulty of facing such dangerous opponents. “At one point the court seemed to shrink from 20 by 10 to 2 by 2, I couldn’t find any gaps, but I have the best player next to me and he trusts me a lot. It’s starting to give me back the confidence I need to play more relaxed,” he explained. Chingotto admitted he had to step outside his comfort zone, relying on defense and low shots even when overwhelmed.
Managing pressure in key moments
The pair also discussed how they handled the tension of match points and momentum swings. Galán highlighted their composure under pressure. “We had two breaks, we consolidated the second one, and after reconnecting quickly we closed it with the serve, which is always a lifesaver,” he noted.
Respect for rivals and team support
Galán praised Augsburger’s maturity in handling tense situations, while Chingotto underlined the quality of their opponents. He also revealed how crucial his partner’s support was during the match. “At one point I felt like it was hell, but Ale gives me freshness and the possibility to take risks. Even though I couldn’t lob, I managed to survive that discomfort and we got our reward,” Chingotto added.
A victory with added drama
With their comeback win, Galán and Chingotto secured another Premier Padel final. The match showcased their resilience while also highlighting the intensity of their rivalry with Lebrón and Augsburger. The refusal of the handshake and heated exchanges ensured that the contest will be remembered as much for its drama as for its sporting achievement.
Lebron and Augsburger in Valencia, ranking, and results
Lebron and Augsburger have achieved a win-loss 25-9 record together in 2026. The last match they played was on the 13th of June capitulated to Galan (world no.3) and Chingotto (world no.3) 4-6 6-3 6-4 in the semifinal.
Galan and Chingotto in Valencia, ranking, and results in 2026
Galan and Chingotto have achieved a win-loss 37-4 record together in 2026. They are currently playing the Valencia P1 2026 where they ousted Lebron(world no.5) and Augsburger(world no.6) 4-6 6-3 6-4, Arce(world no.35) and Tello(world no.20) 6-1 6-1, Chozas(world no.28) and Libaak(world no.44) 2-6 7-5 6-4 and Cabeza(world no.67) and Agustin(world no.83) 6-4 6(1)-7 6-2.
