Milano set the stakes as the last regular stop of 2024
The channel frames Premier Padel Milano P1 as the final tournament of the regular season, the last chance to shape the narrative before the year-ending finals. Unlike standard draws, the finals gather the top 16 individual players, not pre-formed pairs, which makes every ranking point count. The creator notes that Bergamini and Cardona sealed their places, while, remarkably, Sanyo Gutiérrez will miss out for the first time in roughly 10–12 years. That single detail underscores how disruptive this season’s rhythm and partnership carousel have been.
With that context, Milano felt more like a checkpoint between eras than “just another P1.” It closed one chapter and teed up a finals bracket that will look—and play—different.
A sold-out, multi-sport arena that felt purpose-built for padel
The reviewer underlines the atmosphere first. The venue, a multi-purpose arena that typically hosts basketball, volleyball, and handball, turned into a full-on padel cauldron, with around 5,500 fans packing the stands. The channel dwells on the noise and color, noting that the building “is simply amazing” when converted for padel. It wasn’t just attendance; it was engagement—chants, constant support, and a sense that every rally mattered.
There’s also a heartfelt on-court plea to keep filling arenas and to bring friends into the sport. The message landed. Milano showed what a modern padel crowd looks and sounds like.
Coello’s overgrip trick for a cleaner, tighter wrap
One of the vlog’s gems is a practical segment where Arturo Coello shows the creator his method for fitting an overgrip. It’s simple but effective, and it explains why pro handles look so tidy.
Here’s the gist of Coello’s approach as observed by the channel:
- Start the wrap firmly at the butt cap, keeping a consistent, slight overlap for even thickness.
- Leave the thin protective film on the tacky side as you spiral up; it helps avoid twists and keeps the surface clean while you work.
- At the very end, use the small plastic tab to pull and peel the film cleanly—Coello tugs so it comes off in one motion right as he finishes the wrap.
The result is a uniform, tighter finish that resists puckering during play. The reviewer also hints that consistency is the point: repeat the same overlap and tension every time to reproduce the same feel match after match.
Champions’ composure: Tapia and Coello outlast Galán–Chingotto
On court, Agustín Tapia and Arturo Coello defeated Ale Galán and Fede Chingotto to claim Milano P1. The channel folds in post-match comments that illuminate the win: Tapia stresses how heavy the run-in has felt—“so many tournaments in a row, so much travel”—and credits Galán/Chingotto for forcing their rivals to raise the bar both mentally and physically all year.
It comes through as a victory of composure more than fireworks. The pair found the extra gear in big moments and managed the week’s accumulated fatigue better. The message from the winners is clear: enjoy the ride, fight every day, and keep pushing if the opportunity to “make history” is there.
Partnership shifts and Belasteguín’s final chapter
Beyond the champion’s podium, the channel flags more movement on the team sheet. The young duo of Leo Augsburger and Alex Chozas have confirmed they’ll split for next season—a reminder that 2024’s partnership carousel isn’t slowing down.
There’s also a nod to Fernando Belasteguín and the meaning of his final season. The vlog references his last stretch and the significance of closing it alongside Juan “El Gato” Tello. For long-time fans, it’s a poignant thread: the sport’s most storied figure winding down as the next wave reshapes the rankings.
What the channel highlighted from courtside
- Milano mattered for rankings: last regular-season event before the top-16-only finals made every match feel consequential.
- A crowd to remember: approximately 5,500 fans in a multi-sport arena that delivered a loud, immersive padel atmosphere.
- Coello’s grip hack: keep the film on while wrapping, then peel with a final tug for a smooth, consistent finish.
- Champions under pressure: Tapia/Coello handled the schedule load and edged the year’s most persistent challengers, Galán/Chingotto.
- Big-name milestones: Bergamini and Cardona clinched the finals; Sanyo misses out for the first time in a decade-plus.
- Partnership carousel: Augsburger/Chozas announce a split; Belasteguín’s goodbye season continues to shape storylines.
As the regular season closes, Milano delivered both clarity and emotion. The finals will have a different texture—individual rankings, fresh pairings, and the sense that the sport is still accelerating.
