Galán and Chingotto, champions in Newgiza and leaders of the 2026 Race

Ale Galán and Fede Chingotto continue to build a strong season on the Premier Padel circuit. The pair were crowned champions at the Newgiza P2, held in Egypt, adding another title to their 2026 season and reinforcing their position as one of the leading references in professional padel.

The victory in Egypt not only confirms their excellent form, but also has a direct impact on the season standings, placing them at the top of the 2026 Race, which ranks players based on their accumulated performance throughout the year.

A solid win in a demanding setting

The Newgiza P2 once again put the best pairs on the circuit to the test, in a unique venue and under very specific conditions. In that context, Galán and Chingotto once again showed their ability to adapt, their competitive consistency and an excellent reading of each match throughout the tournament.

Over the course of the week, the pair displayed a high level of regularity, combining intensity from the back of the court, precision at key moments and elite mental strength to push through. 

A final decided with authority

In the final, Galán and Chingotto delivered a dominant performance, defeating Franco Stupaczuk and Mike Yanguas 6-4, 6-1, controlling the match from the opening stages. With a clear game plan and without giving their opponents real chances, the Spanish-Argentine duo closed the match in straight sets and lifted the Newgiza title for the second consecutive year.

The result reflected a well-executed strategy, with Galán’s controlled aggression and Chingotto’s speed and anticipation making the difference, especially in the second set, where they dominated from start to finish.

Leaders of the 2026 Race

Beyond the trophy, the success in Egypt is highly significant in terms of the standings. Thanks to their 6-4, 6-1 victory in the final, Ale Galán and Fede Chingotto now lead the 2026 Race, overtaking Arturo Coello and Agustín Tapia and moving to the top of the season race.

This Race leadership reflects the consistency they are showing tournament after tournament in 2026 and strengthens their bid to hold on to that position until the end of the season, in a long and highly competitive calendar.

Ambition and competitive mindset

The Newgiza P2 title is another clear example of Galán and Chingotto’s competitive DNA. Their approach is built on daily work, constant ambition and a winning mentality that allows them to perform at the highest level in very different contexts.

With major events still ahead, the pair continue to take firm steps toward their goal of finishing the season at the top of the Race. The convincing win in Newgiza confirms that Galán and Chingotto will remain key protagonists throughout 2026.