Key Takeaways
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Agustín Tapia and Arturo Coello defeated Ale Galán and Fede Chingotto in the London P1 final
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The world number ones now hold eight titles in 2026 and lead the Race by 1,290 points
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Tapia highlighted physical recovery while Coello stressed constant reinvention
A special victory in London
Agustín Tapia and Arturo Coello added another trophy to their collection by winning the inaugural London P1 Premier Padel. “Play here is different because it’s our first time. For us it was a special week,” Coello said, noting the importance of finishing the first half of the season with a major win before the summer break.
Tapia’s reflections on health and support
Tapia emphasized how much he values competing pain-free after last year’s struggles. “I value every moment of being able to enter the court without pain and only think about playing,” he explained. He credited his partner for pushing him to perform at his best and expressed gratitude for the support of Argentine fans worldwide. “It gives you strength to know you’re playing for your people,” Tapia added.
Partnership built on trust
The duo highlighted the importance of their bond. “Looking each other in the eyes and knowing we fight for the same goal wins many matches,” Tapia said. Their mutual respect and shared objectives continue to be a cornerstone of their success.
Coello on constant improvement
Coello stressed that their dominance comes from never settling. “We want to keep reinventing ourselves. It motivates us to train what is difficult and also to learn from each other,” he explained. Observing Tapia’s strengths helps him refine his own game, while their daily work ensures they evolve as a pair.
Celebrating and looking ahead
After a demanding first half of the season, the champions made clear they would enjoy the moment. “Today is for celebrating, not recovery,” Coello laughed. Tapia praised the London crowd, saying, “I’m proud to see new faces and people wearing my shirt. It shows how much padel is growing.”
Agustín Tapia and Arturo Coello’s triumph in London not only extends their dominance but also reinforces their commitment to improvement, teamwork, and the global growth of padel.
Tapia and Coello in London, ranking, and results
WWWWWWWWWL Tapia and Coello have achieved a win-loss 55-6 record together in 2026. The last match they played was on the 9th of August when they conquered the London P1 2026 after defeating Chingotto (world no.3) and Galan (world no.3) 6-3 5-7 7-5 in the final.
