The FIP Bronze tournament in Portimão, Portugal, saw dominant performances from both Spanish and Portuguese talent, as young rising stars and local favorites secured hard-fought victories on the CUPRA FIP Tour. The event highlighted the growing momentum of several key players who have consistently performed well on the international circuit throughout the 2026 season.
Tournament Highlights and Results
The women’s draw was headlined by the impressive form of Paula Ferrán and Susana Martin, while the men’s side saw a triumphant display from local heroes Pedro Graça and Pedro Araujo. Here are the key takeaways from the weekend's action:
- Ferrán and Martin’s Continued Dominance: After winning the FIP Junior Euro Padel Cup in Porto earlier this summer, 16-year-old Paula Ferrán and 17-year-old Susana Martin secured their second FIP Bronze title of the year. Following a decisive 6-3, 6-0 victory over Alexandra Silva and Catarina Santos in the semi-finals, they edged out Clarinha Santos and Brittany Dubins in a tight three-set final (6-4, 2-6, 6-4).
- Ferrán’s Portuguese Connection: This victory reinforces a special trend for Paula Ferrán, who has consistently excelled on Portuguese soil. Notably, she previously made history in April 2025 by becoming the youngest-ever winner of a CUPRA FIP Tour tournament at age 15 during the FIP Bronze in Setúbal.
- Graça and Araujo’s Home Court Success: Portuguese duo Pedro Graça and Pedro Araujo delighted their home crowd by capturing their second title of the year. The pair, who are also vice European champions, navigated a challenging bracket to reach the final, where they defeated Spanish pair Pepe Aliaga and Samu Rivas in straight sets, 6-3, 6-3.
- The Path to the Men’s Title: Before their final victory, Graça and Araujo demonstrated consistent form throughout the tournament. They opened their late-stage run with a 6-1, 6-3 quarter-final win against compatriots Manuel Sousa and Tiago Valerio, followed by a 6-4, 6-3 semi-final victory over the duo of Sergio Icardo and Jordi Casanova.
- A Meaningful Victory: Reflecting on the win, Pedro Graça expressed deep satisfaction with the result, noting that winning in the Algarve—surrounded by family, friends, and local supporters—made the achievement particularly significant for the pair as they continue their campaign on the tour.
