The FIP Platinum tournament in Lyon concluded with spectacular performances, as Fran Guerrero and Javi Leal secured their second major French title of 2026, while the duo of Bea Caldera and Carmen Goenaga dominated the women’s draw. Held at the Palais des Sports de Gerland, the event reinforced the growing momentum of these pairs as they continue their pursuit of the Barcelona Finals.
Tournament Highlights and Results
The men’s final saw a dramatic comeback from the second-seeded pair, Fran Guerrero and Javi Leal, who previously tasted victory in Marseille earlier this year. Despite a challenging start, the pair demonstrated resilience to overcome their opponents and claim the title.
- The Men’s Final Comeback: After dropping the opening set 4-6 to Franco Stupaczuk and Jon Sanz, Guerrero and Leal rallied to dominate the remainder of the match. They secured the victory with a final score of 4-6, 6-1, 6-4, earning 300 FIP Ranking and FIP Race points.
- Player Perspectives: Following the win, Javi Leal expressed his satisfaction with their continued success in France and confirmed the team’s immediate focus on the upcoming tournament in Rotterdam. Fran Guerrero highlighted the strength of their partnership and acknowledged the difficulty of the week, noting their pride in how they handled the pressure.
- Women’s Dominance: Bea Caldera returned to her winning ways in Lyon, having previously won the 2024 FIP Gold title. Partnering with Carmen Goenaga this time, the pair defeated Martina Fassio and Agueda Perez in a decisive 6-1, 6-3 victory.
- Strategic Execution: Reflecting on the final, Carmen Goenaga described their performance as solid and well-executed. She emphasized that while the scoreline appeared lopsided, the match was highly competitive and required a focused effort from start to finish.
With the Lyon event complete, the professional circuit maintains its rapid pace. The Qatar Airways Premier Padel Tour is scheduled to head to Rotterdam next week for a P2 event, while Italy will host the FIP Gold Mediolanum Padel Cup in Perugia. These tournaments remain critical stages in the ongoing Race to the Barcelona Finals.
