The Qatar Major gifted us a thrilling semifinal that kept us glued to the television for over two and a half hours and will be etched in the memory of padel fans. In an epic clash that extended to three sets and was filled with emotion and spectacular points, the world's number one duo, Ari Sánchez and Paula Josemaría, managed to overcome the tenacious pair of Bea González and Claudia Fernández with a final score of 6-2, 5-7, and 6-4.
From the start of the match, Ari and Paula came out with their characteristic determination. Imposing a high tempo and displaying great solidity and aggression, they managed to dominate the first set, which closed with a clear 6-2 in favor of the number ones.
It seemed that the level they were showing would allow them to take the match clearly. However, Bea and Claudia adjusted their strategy, showing more aggression in attack and fiercely defending every point. Equality was the dominant theme, with both pairs fighting each game with intensity. Finally, a crucial break in the final stretch allowed Bea and Claudia to take the set by a tight 5-7, thus forcing an exciting third and decisive set.
The third set was a true spectacle of padel. The tension on the court was palpable, and every point was contested with maximum intensity. Ari and Paula raised their level of play again. However, Bea and Claudia did not back down and responded with high-quality shots and commendable defense. The scales remained balanced until the final games, where the experience and solidity of Ari and Paula ultimately made the difference. A timely break gave them the necessary advantage to close out the set 6-4, sealing their pass to the grand final of the Qatar Major.
Despite the defeat, Bea González and Claudia Fernández once again demonstrated their enormous potential and made it clear that their combination of experience and youth, as well as grit and talent, makes them a pair to be reckoned with in the future of the PREMIER PADEL circuit. For their part, Ari Sánchez and Paula Josemaría confirm their status as favorites and advance confidently to the final, where they will seek to lift another title in their already successful career. Don't miss the recap of the grand final of the Qatar Major!