The FIP Promises Sanremo Padel Experience recently concluded in Italy, highlighted by a dominant performance from local rising star Pietro Giovannini. Competing in his home region, Giovannini secured the Under 18 title alongside his new partner, Leon Ortega, in a tournament marked by both high-level competition and heartfelt tributes.
Tournament Highlights and Winners
Pietro Giovannini’s victory was particularly significant, as he and Spaniard Leon Ortega defeated the top-seeded duo of Stefano Indomenico and Gabriele Laurino with a decisive 6-1, 6-2 scoreline. This win follows Giovannini’s recent success in capturing the Italian Under 18 title just two weeks prior. Following the match, Giovannini dedicated his performance to the late padel coach Tiberio Camurri, a respected local figure who passed away recently. The event also showcased impressive multi-category success, notably from Switzerland’s Benjamin Filieri and the Italian pair of Marta La Carpia and Vittoria Conti.
The complete list of winners from the FIP Promises Sanremo Padel Experience is as follows:
- Under 12 boys: Joaquin Lencina and Quique Sedze Alda claimed the top spot in their division.
- Under 14 boys: Benjamin Filieri partnered with Tyrone Pottier to secure the championship.
- Under 16 boys: Benjamin Filieri earned his second title of the event, this time playing alongside his brother, Nathan Filieri.
- Under 18 boys: Pietro Giovannini and Leon Ortega took home the trophy in their first tournament playing as a pair.
- Under 12 girls: The title was awarded to the duo of Ludovica Salvi and Benedetta Fappiano.
- Under 14 girls: Marta La Carpia and Vittoria Conti emerged victorious in this category.
- Under 16 girls: Marta La Carpia and Vittoria Conti secured a double title by winning this division as well.
