Dutch padel stars Youp De Kroon and Julian Prins are heading to France this week to compete in the FIP Bronze Marnes II tournament, where they aim to secure their seventh title as a team on the CUPRA FIP Tour. The event, held in Marnes-La-Coquette near Paris, features a competitive 32-pair main draw filled with rising international talent and local French favorites.
Tournament Favorites and Key Contenders
The men’s draw is headlined by the top-seeded Dutch duo, but they face significant pressure from a field of skilled international and domestic pairings. The women’s draw is equally competitive, featuring a mix of established partnerships and high-ranking European players.
- Youp De Kroon and Julian Prins: As the number 1 seeds in the men's draw, the Dutch pair enters the tournament with the goal of capturing their seventh title together on the CUPRA FIP Tour.
- Nacho Moragues and Timeo Fonteny: Moragues partners with the 19-year-old Fonteny, who recently gained experience competing at the Mediterranean Games.
- Yoan Boronad and Jeremy Robert: Seeded eighth, this French duo is looking to capitalize on home-court advantage to earn valuable FIP ranking points.
- Thomas Leygue and Jesus Moya: As the number 3 seeds, this pair anchors the top half of the men's draw.
- Joahn Bergeron and Julien Seurin: This French team represents a major threat in the bottom half of the draw.
- Ana Varo and Marcella Koek: Leading the women’s entry list, this Spanish-Dutch pairing begins their tournament against the French duo of Barla and Lambert Agosti.
- Catherine Rose and Rebeca Lopez: Serving as the number 2 seeds, they are primary contenders for the title and are set to face French players Marie-Amelie Dardaine and Clara Mansart in their opening match.
- Martina Parmigiani and Maria Portillo: This Italian pairing enters the tournament as the number 3 seeds.
- Giulia Sussarello and Emily Stellato: Also representing Italy, this team holds the number 4 seed position in the women's bracket.
With the main draw officially kicking off this Thursday, the tournament serves as a critical stop for players looking to climb the FIP rankings. The presence of strong local French talent, combined with top-seeded international pairs, promises a high level of competition throughout the event in Marnes-La-Coquette.
