Emilio Chamero and Arnau Ayats are heading to Finland this week with their sights set on a third consecutive tournament victory this August. The duo, currently riding a wave of momentum, enters the FIP Silver Esc Padel II as the No. 4 seeds, looking to extend a winning streak that has already seen them claim titles in Collbató and El Prat.
The Competition and Key Contenders
The tournament field is packed with high-level talent, creating a challenging path for the favorites. The following pairs and players are the ones to watch during the competition:
- Antonio “Pincho” Fernandez and Pedro Meléndez: As the No. 1 seeds, they are the primary rivals for the title. They have already proven their chemistry this season by winning the FIP Silver in Dublin and securing a runner-up finish at the FIP Bronze in Rovato.
- Marc Sintes and Coquito Zamora: This is a pairing to monitor closely, particularly due to Zamora’s recent success as a European champion with the Spanish youth national team at the FIP Junior Euro Padel CUP.
- Marcos Gonzalez Blanco and Santi Pineda: Gonzalez Blanco enters the tournament in exceptional form, having won six titles in 2026, including a victory at last weekend’s FIP Silver in Bali.
- Lea Godallier and Daiara Valenzuela: Leading the women’s draw, these players are ranked No. 53 and No. 58 in the FIP Ranking, respectively. They have dominated recently with three titles in the last two months at FIP Silver events in Narbonne, Porto, and Alcala de Guadaira.
- Marina Lobo and Marta Arellano: Identified as the primary obstacle for Godallier and Valenzuela, this pair is expected to be a major factor in the women’s bracket.
- Ana Varo and Marcella Koek: This duo is included in the entry list and adds further depth to the competitive women’s field.
- Matilde Minelli and Julieta Bidahorria: Another notable pairing featured in the women’s entry list that will be competing for the title in Finland.
The main draw for this Finnish stop on the CUPRA FIP Tour is scheduled to commence on Thursday, August 20. The tournament will reach its conclusion on Saturday, August 22, with the semi-finals and finals taking place to determine the champions.
