Key Takeaways
- A 7-5, 6-4 victory in the decisive third set over Lyon FIP Platinum champions Javi Leal and Fran Guerrero sent Valentino Libaak and Gonzalo Alfonso into the Rotterdam P2 quarterfinals.
- After reaching the Madrid P1 semifinals, the pair have now made their second quarterfinal together, enhancing their case for inclusion in Argentina’s 8-player World Championship squad.
- Claudia Jensen and substitute partner Claudia Escacena secured quarterfinal places in the women’s draw, while an injury forced Carmen Goenaga to retire when trailing Claudia Fernandez and Martina Calvo 3-0.
Argentine pair power into Rotterdam last eight
A place in Argentina’s national squad for the World Championships in Doha remains the target for Valentino Libaak and Gonzalo Alfonso. Their bid gained momentum in the Rotterdam P2 round of 16, where they faced Javi Leal and Fran Guerrero in a tough contest. The latter pair had travelled to the Netherlands after capturing the FIP Platinum title in Lyon.
The Argentines made the stronger start, securing the first set 7-5, before Leal and Guerrero responded by taking the second to draw level. Libaak and Alfonso then regained the initiative at the key stages of the decider, completing a 7-5, 6-4 win.
Albiceleste selection hopes receive a boost
Their Rotterdam success represents the second quarterfinal reached by Libaak and Alfonso as partners, following the form that took them to the Madrid P1 semifinals. Argentina has not yet named the 8 players who will wear the Albiceleste colors at the early November event in Qatar, whereas Spain has already finalized its squad.
Although FIP rankings have already secured several roster spots, competition for the remaining places is still intense. On the backhand side, Alfonso is challenging Juan Tello among others, and the Rotterdam quarterfinal appearance has strengthened both his and Libaak’s claims at an opportune time.
Goenaga sidelined by injury; Jensen and Escacena reach last eight
The women’s competition produced an early setback for Carmen Goenaga, who was playing with Bea Caldera against fourth seeds Claudia Fernandez and Martina Calvo. With Fernandez and Calvo ahead 3-0 in the opening set, Goenaga called for medical attention and later retired because of injury. Examinations will establish the extent of the issue and whether Goenaga and Caldera will be ready for the next European tour events.
Claudia Jensen, meanwhile, began her partnership with young Spaniard Claudia Escacena successfully by progressing to the women’s quarterfinals. Escacena stepped in because Tamara Icardo was absent through injury, and the run gave Jensen important points in her effort to safeguard her FIP ranking position.
Miami results and ranking for Gutierrez and Alfonso
Together in 2026, Gutierrez and Alfonso hold a 7-5 win-loss record. Their most recent appearance came on the 26th of March, when they suffered a 0-6 2-6 defeat to Sanz (world no.10) and Nieto (world no.13) in the round of 8.
Gutierrez and Alfonso: Miami ranking and results
Gutierrez and Alfonso have compiled a 7-5 record as a team in 2026. On the 26th of March, they played their latest match and lost 0-6 2-6 in the round of 8 to Sanz (world no.10) and Nieto (world no.13).
