Coello and Tapia win the Valencia title after beating Galan and Chingotto 6(4)-7 6-1 7-6(6) in Valencia – Valencia P1 2026 – HIGHLIGHTS

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Padel Tonic Editorial Team
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World no.1 Arturo Coello and Agustin Tapia (no.1) ousted Alejandro Galan (no.3) and Federico Chingotto (no.3) in the Final in Valencia at the Valencia P1 2026 after winning in 3 sets, 6(4)-7 6-1 7-6(6).

The final between Agustín Tapia and Arturo Coello against Federico Chingotto and Alejandro Galán began in unusual fashion. Chingotto appeared to suffer a serious injury early on, yet he fought through the pain. Despite his condition, Chingotto and Galán managed to snatch the first set in a tiebreak, capitalizing on several errors from Tapia in the closing points.

Momentum shifts

Tapia and Coello responded with authority in the second set, racing to a 6‑1 win. Their aggressive play and sharp reactions highlighted why they are the world number ones. Galán, meanwhile, stepped into the spotlight, producing winners across the court, while Chingotto’s resilience kept the contest alive.

A roller‑coaster decider

The third set delivered high drama. Chingotto and Galán broke serve early, even earning match point. In the decisive tiebreak, they surged to a 5‑1 lead, seemingly on the verge of victory. Yet Tapia and Coello mounted a stunning comeback, overturning the deficit to claim the match and the title.

The resilience of Chingotto

Chingotto’s ability to endure pain and continue competing was remarkable. His suffering and determination drew admiration from fans, while Galán’s attacking play balanced the duo’s effort. Tapia, however, gradually elevated his level, matching Galán’s intensity and helping Coello secure the win.

The battle continues

The clash once again showcased why these four players dominate padel. Tapia and Coello demonstrated their capacity to react whenever the score turned against them, while Chingotto and Galán proved they are willing to suffer more to challenge the throne. The fight for number one may have eased slightly, but the spectacle confirmed that the rivalry remains one of the sport’s greatest.

HIGHLIGHTS

Statistics

Match
Set 1
Set 2
Set 3
52%
52%
Total Points Won
48%
48%
21%
21%
Break Points Converted
100%
100%
6
6
Longest Streak
8
8
0
0
Aces
0
0
0
0
Double Faults
0
0
71%
71%
Won On 1st Serve
66%
66%
67%
67%
Won On 2nd Serve
69%
69%
16
16
Service Games
15
15
34%
34%
Won On 1st Return
29%
29%
31%
31%
Won On 2nd Return
33%
33%
15
15
Return Games
16
16
71%
71%
Total Won On Serve
66%
66%
34%
34%
Total Won On Return
29%
29%
47%
47%
Total Points Won
53%
53%
0%
0%
Break Points Converted
0%
0%
5
5
Longest Streak
5
5
0
0
Aces
0
0
0
0
Double Faults
0
0
75%
75%
Won On 1st Serve
87%
87%
100%
100%
Won On 2nd Serve
60%
60%
6
6
Service Games
6
6
13%
13%
Won On 1st Return
25%
25%
40%
40%
Won On 2nd Return
0%
0%
6
6
Return Games
6
6
76%
76%
Total Won On Serve
83%
83%
17%
17%
Total Won On Return
24%
24%
63%
63%
Total Points Won
37%
37%
40%
40%
Break Points Converted
0%
0%
6
6
Longest Streak
3
3
0
0
Aces
0
0
0
0
Double Faults
0
0
73%
73%
Won On 1st Serve
42%
42%
0%
0%
Won On 2nd Serve
60%
60%
4
4
Service Games
3
3
58%
58%
Won On 1st Return
27%
27%
40%
40%
Won On 2nd Return
0%
0%
3
3
Return Games
4
4
73%
73%
Total Won On Serve
46%
46%
54%
54%
Total Won On Return
27%
27%
50%
50%
Total Points Won
50%
50%
11%
11%
Break Points Converted
100%
100%
5
5
Longest Streak
8
8
0
0
Aces
0
0
0
0
Double Faults
0
0
66%
66%
Won On 1st Serve
61%
61%
60%
60%
Won On 2nd Serve
83%
83%
6
6
Service Games
6
6
39%
39%
Won On 1st Return
34%
34%
17%
17%
Won On 2nd Return
40%
40%
6
6
Return Games
6
6
65%
65%
Total Won On Serve
64%
64%
36%
36%
Total Won On Return
35%
35%

Coello and Tapia won 52% of the total points converting 21% of the points.

They were markedly dominant with their first serve to clinch 71% of the points, and also with their 2nd serve conquering 67% of the total points.

Coello and Tapia managed to win 6 consecutive points, while the longest streak of Galan and Chingotto was of 8 points.

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