DOHA: Argentina and Spain are set to renew their fierce rivalry in the men’s and women’s finals of the FIP World Cup 2026 at the Khalifa International Tennis and Squash Complex in Doha on Saturday.
The highly anticipated double-header will see defending men’s champions Argentina take on Spain, while Spain’s women’s team faces Argentina in a repeat of the 2024 final, also held in Doha.
Argentina secured their place in the men’s final with a convincing 2-0 victory over Italy, while Spain booked their spot after defeating Portugal by the same scoreline. Italy and Portugal will now compete for third place.
In the women’s competition, defending champions Spain overcame France 2-0, while Argentina defeated Italy by an identical margin to set up another high-profile final between the two nations. France and Italy will contest the third-place match.
Argentina’s men’s team, the most successful side in the competition’s history with 12 world titles, will be aiming to extend their record by securing a 13th championship. The defending champions have enjoyed an unbeaten campaign, delivering impressive performances throughout the group stage and knockout rounds.
Spain, meanwhile, will be determined to avenge their defeat in the 2024 men’s final against Argentina.
The women’s final promises another compelling contest, with Spain looking to retain their crown after beating Argentina 2-0 in the 2024 championship decider.
The finals are expected to draw a strong crowd as Doha prepares to bring the 18th edition of the FIP World Cup to a close. The tournament has featured some of the world’s leading padel nations, further highlighting Qatar’s growing role as a host of major international sporting events.
