Key Takeaways
- Mateo Alvarez clinched the first CUPRA FIP Tour title of his career at the age of 25 by winning the FIP Silver San Luis in Mexico.
- Alvarez partnered with Feli Calleja to defeat Argentine rivals Francisco Maier and Thiago Pinto 6-4, 6-7, 6-3 in the championship decider.
- The victory marked the fifth title of the 2026 season on the circuit for Calleja, who stated: “I am very happy that Mateo has won the first title of his career on this circuit.”
Argentine duo battles to victory at FIP Silver San Luis
Mateo Alvarez reached a major milestone in Mexico by capturing the first CUPRA FIP Tour title of his career. Teaming up with fellow Argentine Feli Calleja at the FIP Silver San Luis, the 25-year-old put together an impressive week that culminated in a hard-fought final against compatriots Francisco Maier and Thiago Pinto, closing out the contest 6-4, 6-7, 6-3.
Addressing the spectators following his breakthrough moment, Alvarez shared his joy on court: “Greetings to everyone in the crowd. I am immensely happy to have achieved my first victory on the CUPRA FIP Tour.” He added: “I am very happy to have played with Felipe. I dedicate this victory to my family, the team and also to myself.”
Tournament results and Calleja’s remarkable season
The champions navigated a competitive field to hoist the trophy, demonstrating consistency across the later stages of the event. Below is the breakdown of their victories leading up to the title:
| Round | Opponents | Score |
|---|---|---|
| Quarter-finals | Jose Pablo Padilla and Amilcar Gaston Bejarano | 6-4, 7-6 |
| Semi-finals | Lautaro Mambrini and Matias Segura | 6-1, 6-4 |
| Final | Francisco Maier and Thiago Pinto | 6-4, 6-7, 6-3 |
For Calleja, the success in Mexico represented his fifth title of the 2026 season on the circuit. Earlier in the year, he collected FIP Silver trophies in Cordoba and Dubai, alongside FIP Bronze crowns in the Chilean stops of Copiapo and Vina del Mar.
After the match, Calleja was quick to praise their rivals while celebrating his partner’s milestone: “Congratulations to our opponents. I am very happy that Mateo has won the first title of his career on this circuit.”
