Key Takeaways
- Dylan Guichard and Adam Axelsson upset fifth seeds Sanyo Gutiérrez and Javi Garrido 3-6, 6-4, 6-4 in the first round of the FIP Platinum Lyon.
- Thomas Leygue and Jesús Moya also secured a round-of-16 berth after edging Miguel Lamperti and Octavio Álvarez 6-7, 7-6, 6-2.
- Alejandra Salazar returns to Lyon alongside Aranzazu Osoro to headline the women’s draw against Eugenia Guimot and Anastasiia Rhyzova.
Stunning upset knocks out fifth seeds in Lyon opener
The FIP Platinum tournament in Lyon opened with an immediate shock in the men’s main draw. Fifth seeds Sanyo Gutiérrez and Javi Garrido, widely considered strong contenders for the title based on their standing, were eliminated in their very first match. The French-Swedish tandem of Dylan Guichard and Adam Axelsson mounted a resilient comeback to eliminate the seeded pair 3-6, 6-4, 6-4.
With 300 valuable ranking points at stake for the Premier Padel Finals in Barcelona, the early exit deals a major blow to Gutiérrez and Garrido. Lyon represents the fourth Platinum tournament on the calendar this season following stops in Marseille, Tirana, and Paredes, highlighting a competitive field where qualification spots for the Palau Sant Jordi remain contested.
Local success and key upcoming matchups
Following their three-set victory before an enthusiastic home crowd, Guichard and Axelsson advanced to the round of 16. They are scheduled to face Spain’s Álvaro Montiel and Dani Santigosa, who earned their spot by defeating French duo Yoan Boronad and Jérémy Robert.
French interest grew further as Thomas Leygue successfully navigated his opening round alongside Spanish partner Jesús Moya. The duo overcame Miguel Lamperti and Octavio Álvarez in a three-set battle, recovering from an initial set loss to prevail 6-7, 7-6, 6-2.
Action continues as the men’s top four seeds enter the competition. Top seeds Franco Stupaczuk and Jon Sanz launch their campaign against Alonso Rodríguez and Flavio Abbate, while Fran Guerrero and Javi Leal meet Álvaro Cepero and Nachi Sager.
Women’s draw features Alejandra Salazar’s return
The women’s competition also takes center stage with the return of Alejandra Salazar to the venue of her most recent tournament victory. Partnering with Aranzazu Osoro, Salazar begins her campaign against Eugenia Guimot and Anastasiia Rhyzova.
Home representation remains prominent throughout the women’s bracket. French wild cards Marie-Amélie Dardaine and Clara Mansart will meet the newly formed pairing of Giulia Dal Pozzo and Ale Alonso. Meanwhile, a French derby pits Louise Bahurel and Spain’s Ivet Val López against Alix Collombon and Ksenia Sharifova. Léa Godallier also remains in the tournament alongside Argentine teammate Daiara Valenzuela, contributing to a competitive field that features Marta Goenaga with Beatriz Calderera, as well as Sara Rufo alongside Jessica Castelló.
Garrido and Gutierrez in Lyon, ranking, and results
Garrido and Gutierrez have achieved a win-loss 0-1 record together in 2026. The last match they played was on the 23rd of September lost to Axelsson (world no.116) and Guichard (world no.72) 3-6 6-4 6-4 in the round of 16.
