Pedro Martínez Portero appears in Vall d'Hebron

The MAPFRE League tennis, the tournament circuit sponsored by the Spanish Federation, serves tennis players to pick up pace facing the international circuit. But also some for appear before the general public. Case of Pedro Martínez Portero, a 23-year-old Alzira player and 106th in the world, who defeated veteran (34 years) Pablo Andújar (53rd) by a double 6-2. On Friday he had beaten Albert Ramos and his doubles with Vilella also triumphed.

Martínez Portero, who trained at the David Ferrer Academy, started the course well on the American ground tour. In Rio de Janeiro, since the previous one, he reached the quarters. “At the beginning of the year I already showed that I could play against anyone, that the ranking was not a problem. Knowing that, it is easier to lose respect for such good players. I'm on the right track. Things will come, “he summarized.

Martínez Portero's red team dominates 8-2 in the absence of a last doubles that had to close the day (victories on Saturday gave two points). Carlos Taberner offered a victory to the white team by defeating Mario Vilella 4-6, 6-4 and 10-6. For his part, Roberto Carballés (red) defeated Albert Ramos 6-4, 6-0. On Sunday, each victory involves three points.

In the wheelchair final (11:00, TDP), Martín de la Puente will face Dani Caverzaschi.