How Argentina could form their line-up – need to win straight matches

Argentina has now revealed their squad for the Padel World Cup in Qatar, sparking discussions about how the team will be formed. Here are some possible line-ups for both the men’s and women’s national teams.

Men’s Squad:

• Agustín Tapia
• Federico Chingotto
• Franco Stupaczuk
• Martín Di Nenno
• Sanyo Gutiérrez
• Leandro Augsburger
• Alex Chozas
• Tino Libaak

The biggest talking point regarding the men's squad has been the exclusion of Fernando Belasteguín, despite his experience. While Bela has had a challenging final season, many questioned if his achievements alone warranted a place in the team. Juan Tello is also absent, as he announced he will be expecting a child during the tournament.

Instead, the coaching team has chosen to bet on young talents like Leandro Augsburger, Alex Chozas, and Tino Libaak, all of whom have had strong seasons. Sanyo Gutiérrez, with his experience, also made the cut.

Here are three possible line-ups for Argentina’s men’s team:

Option 1:

• Agustín Tapia & Federico Chingotto
• Franco Stupaczuk & Martín Di Nenno
• Leandro Augsburger & Alex Chozas

Tapia and Chingotto could be an exciting pairing, having faced off in almost every Premier Padel final this year. Stupaczuk and Di Nenno have a long history together and could reform their strong partnership. Augsburger and Chozas have performed well this year and could form the third pair. Tino Libaak could also potentially play, given his previous success with Augsburger.

Option 2:

• Agustín Tapia & Federico Chingotto
• Franco Stupaczuk & Martín Di Nenno
• Sanyo Gutiérrez & Alex Chozas

This option keeps the first two pairs the same, but introduces Sanyo Gutiérrez in the third pair, replacing Augsburger. Gutiérrez’s championship experience could prove crucial, especially in a potential final against Spain. Experience could outweigh recent form, making this a option.

Option 3:

• Agustín Tapia & Martín Di Nenno
• Franco Stupaczuk & Federico Chingotto
• Leandro Augsburger & Alex Chozas

In this scenario, Tapia and Di Nenno would form a formidable first pair, while Stupaczuk and Chingotto could play together. While the first line-up seems more likely, this option is also interesting.

Argentina is expected to reach the final on the men’s side, where Spain will likely be their biggest challenge. It will be interesting to see if the coaches experiment with the line-ups and possibly surprise their opponents in the final.

Women’s Squad:

• Delfina Brea
• Claudia Jensen
• Virginia Riera
• Aranza Osoro
• Julieta Bidahorria
• Daiara Valenzuela
• María Laura Ferreyra
• Martina Fassio

Here are three possible line-ups for Argentina’s women’s team:

Option 1:

• Delfi Brea & Claudia Jensen
• Virginia Riera & Aranza Osoro
• Julieta Bidahorria & Martina Fassio

Delfi Brea has played backhand in recent competitions and may have to do so in this championship. The most logical approach would be to pair Delfi Brea and Claudia Jensen as the first pair, given they are the team’s strongest duo on paper. Riera and Osoro would make a solid second pair, while Bidahorria, with her previous experience, could team up with young talent Fassio, who has had a strong season and climbed the rankings.

Option 2:

• Delfi Brea & Aranza Osoro
• Claudia Jensen & Virginia Riera
• Julieta Bidahorria & Martina Fassio

This option splits Brea and Jensen to create two solid pairs. In a final against Spain, where Argentina would need to surprise, this strategy could provide more stability.

Option 3:

• Delfi Brea & Claudia Jensen
• Virginia Riera & Aranza Osoro
• Daiara Valenzuela & Julieta Bidahorria

This is similar to the first option, but Daiara Valenzuela replaces Fassio in the third pair. Valenzuela has had a good year, playing several Premier Padel events with Jensen, and could be a strong addition for Argentina in this position.

It will be tough for Argentina to go all the way and beat Spain, but starting with their top four players in the first two matches seems to be the best way to maximize their chances.