The CUPRA Rotterdam P2 delivered a chaotic Friday as three of the top four men's seeds were eliminated, leaving world number ones Arturo Coello and Agustin Tapia as the primary targets in the title race. While the men's draw has been turned upside down, the women's competition remains steady, with the top four seeded pairs advancing to the semi-finals.
Men’s Draw: A Day of Upsets
The men's bracket saw significant movement as underdogs capitalized on high-pressure moments to dismantle the tournament favorites. The following results defined the quarter-final round:
- Gonzalez and Campagnolo’s Comeback: In a grueling two-hour and 49-minute battle, Momo Gonzalez and Lucas Campagnolo overcame Paquito Navarro and Martin Di Nenno. Despite facing two match points against them, Gonzalez and Campagnolo rallied to win 2-6, 7-6, 7-5.
- Stupaczuk and Sanz Upset the Second Seeds: Franco Stupaczuk and Jon Sanz secured a major victory by defeating Fede Chingotto and Ale Galan in straight sets, 6-4, 6-4.
- Nieto and Yanguas Advance: Coki Nieto and Mike Yanguas eliminated Juan Lebron and Leo Augsburger with a 7-6 (7-0), 6-3 scoreline. This win is particularly significant as both teams are currently fighting for the number 4 seeding ahead of the Milano P1.
- Coello and Tapia Survive: The world number ones, Arturo Coello and Agustin Tapia, were pushed to three sets by Tino Libaak and Gonza Alfonso. They ultimately secured their spot in the next round with a 4-6, 6-3, 6-3 victory as they hunt for their tenth title of the season.
Women’s Draw: The Top Seeds Hold Firm
Unlike the men's side, the women's tournament has seen the top four seeds successfully navigate their way to the semi-finals. The upcoming matchups are as follows:
- Josemaria and Gonzalez vs. Fernandez and Calvo: Paula Josemaria and Bea Gonzalez needed three sets to move past Marta Ortega and Sofia Araujo, finishing 4-6, 6-3, 6-2. They are set to face Claudia Fernandez and Martina Calvo, who earned their spot by defeating Claudia Jensen and Claudia Escacena 6-3, 7-5.
- Brea and Triay vs. Sanchez and Ustero: Delfi Brea and Gemma Triay dominated their quarter-final against Ale Salazar and Aranzazu Osoro, winning 6-0, 6-4. They will face Ari Sanchez and Andrea Ustero, who advanced after a 6-3, 6-2 win over Virginia Riera and Julieta Bidahorria.
