Pablo Cardona and Leo Augsburger defeated Ale Galan and Fede Chingotto, a top team, in an exciting match in the Premier Padel Riyadh Season P1. In a thrilling three-set match on February 14, 2025, Cardona and Augsburger, who were seeded ninth, defeated the second-seeded team.
Cardona and Augsburger took the lead early in the match, winning the opening set 6-3. They forced Galan and Chingotto on the defensive with their aggressive play and strong shots. The Spanish-Argentinean team adjusted well and kept up their pace in spite of the difficult conditions brought on by the rain, which nearly caused the game to be interrupted.
Resilient players Galan and Chingotto rallied in the second set. They leveled the match and won the set 6-4 by reducing their unforced errors and showcasing their experience. A string of back-to-back breaks in the second set demonstrated how fiercely the two pairs competed.
Cardona and Augsburger recovered their poise and broke their opponents’ serve early in the pivotal third set. They won the set 6-3 after applying more pressure and gained another break. With this triumph, they made their Premier Padel circuit semifinal debut together.
“It was an incredible match, and we are thrilled with the result,” Cardona remarked following the game. Leo and I put in a lot of work, and it’s wonderful to see the results of our labor. “We knew we had to give it our all, and we did,” Augsburger continued. Beating Fede and Ale, who are both excellent players, is a major victory for us.
The victory of Cardona and Augsburger versus Galan and Chingotto demonstrates their potential together. They defeated one of the best pairs in the sport thanks in large part to their ability to adjust to challenging circumstances and keep up their aggressive playstyle. They will play Franco Stupaczuk and Juan Lebron, who have both had strong tournament performances, as they move on to the semifinals.
In addition to giving Cardona and Augsburger more self-assurance, their triumph sends a powerful message to their rivals. Fans are excitedly awaiting their next match as a result of their performance in Riyadh, which has set the ground for an exciting Premier Padel season.
