Key Takeaways
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Franco Stupaczuk and Jon Sanz to debut at Madrid P1 in September 2026
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Jon Sanz leaves Coki Nieto after winning 2 titles together
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New duo expected to start as 4th or 5th seed in Premier Padel rankings
A major shift in Premier Padel
The summer transfer window has accelerated with the announcement that Franco Stupaczuk and Jon Sanz will form a new team for the second half of the 2026 season. According to reports from MARCA, the pair have already agreed to join forces, with their first appearance scheduled for the Comunidad de Madrid P1 tournament in early September.
Stupaczuk’s new project
After parting ways with Mike Yanguas, Stupaczuk has opted for a different approach by partnering with Sanz. The Argentine player, who last played alongside a left‑hander in 2022 with Pablo Lima, is betting on Sanz’s power and aggressive style. “With Jon Sanz, Stupa acquires a player capable of setting a very high tempo, taking risks, and generating a lot of winning points,” noted observers of the move.
End of the Sanz and Nieto partnership
This decision officially ends the partnership between Jon Sanz and Coki Nieto. The two Spaniards had reunited after a successful first spell that delivered two titles, but their second stint failed to reach the same heights. Sanz has now chosen to seize the opportunity to remain among the elite by joining Stupaczuk.
Ranking implications
The new duo could begin as the 4th or 5th seed depending on other moves in the transfer market. Their combination of Stupaczuk’s ability to build points and Sanz’s aggression promises an explosive style of play. The challenge will be finding balance in defensive phases, where Stupaczuk previously relied on more consistent partners like Martín Di Nenno.
What’s next for Yanguas and Nieto
The reshuffle leaves both Mike Yanguas and Coki Nieto without partners. Speculation is growing about a possible reunion between the two, who played together throughout 2025, finishing the year ranked fourth in the world and reaching multiple semi‑finals. However, their first adventure ended on difficult terms, making a return uncertain.
The domino effect
The Stupaczuk‑Sanz partnership is seen as the first major domino to fall in the Premier Padel transfer window. Their debut in Madrid will be closely watched, while the decisions of Yanguas and Nieto could determine the next wave of changes among the top 10 pairs.
Nieto and Sanz in London, ranking, and results
LWWLLWLWWL Nieto and Sanz have achieved a win-loss 23-14 record together in 2026. The last match they played was on the 7th of August had to surrender to Augsburger (world no.6) and Lebron (world no.5) 3-6 6-2 3-6 in the quarterfinal.
Yanguas and Stupaczuk in London, ranking, and results
LLWLWWLWLW Yanguas and Stupaczuk have achieved a win-loss 29-14 record together in 2026. The last match they played was on the 5th of August capitulated to Pereyra (world no.89) and Solano (world no.105) 7-6(5) 4-6 1-6 in the round of 16.
