The CUPRA FIP Tour concluded its summer circuit in Turkey this past weekend, with Arnau Ayats and Emilio Chamero securing the men’s title at the FIP Bronze Izmir. This victory marks a dominant run for the pair, who have now claimed three tournament titles throughout the summer months.
Tournament Results and Key Performances
The men’s and women’s brackets in Izmir saw high-level competition, with the eventual champions navigating difficult paths to reach the podium. The following breakdown highlights the key results from the tournament:
- Men’s Champions: Arnau Ayats and Emilio Chamero. Following their previous successes at the FIP Silver Slam Collbató and FIP Bronze El Prat, the duo maintained their momentum in Turkey. They secured their spot in the final by defeating Simone Iacovino and Giulio Graziotti before clinching the title against the No. 2 seeds, Marco Cassetta and Fabian Oviedo. The final match was a hard-fought battle, with Ayats and Chamero winning both sets via tie-breaks.
- Women’s Champions: Catherine Rose and Rebeca Lopez. The pair earned the Turkish title by overcoming the No. 1 seeds, Marcella Koek and Ana Varo, in a decisive 6-4, 6-1 victory. Their path to the final included a semifinal win over Nika Sluzhiteleva and Maria Portillo.
For the winners, the victory in Izmir represents a significant milestone in their 2026 season. Catherine Rose celebrated her third title of the year, building on previous wins at the FIP Bronze Singapore and FIP Silver Dubai. Rebeca Lopez also added to her trophy collection, having previously secured a win at the FIP Bronze in Frascati, Italy, earlier in August.
Reflecting on the achievement, Rose emphasized the importance of perseverance, stating that the challenging moments encountered throughout the season make these victories particularly rewarding. The players now look ahead to continued training as the professional padel circuit moves forward.
