French Duo Olivetti and Arribagé Triumph at 2026 Dallas Open

Albano Olivetti and Théo Arribagé have secured their first title in the ATP 500 series, winning the doubles final at the 2026 Dallas Open in Texas. The French pair defeated the highly-ranked duo of Marcel Granollers and Horacio Zeballos 6-3, 7-6 (7/4).

Upset Victory Over Doubles Juggernauts

Olivetti, currently ranked 49th in the world in doubles at 34 years old and Arribagé, 25 and ranked 36th, overcame a formidable challenge in Granollers and Zeballos. The Spanish-Argentine team boasted a combined total of 59 titles, including Grand Slam victories at Roland Garros and the US Open in the previous year. Despite their experience, Granollers (ranked 5th) and Zeballos (ranked 4th) were unable to withstand the French pair’s strong performance.

Match Details and Key Moments

The French duo asserted their dominance early, breaking Zeballos’s serve in the sixth game of the first set to secure a 6-3 victory in just 30 minutes. The second set proved more competitive, with Olivetti and Arribagé facing a single break point opportunity against them early on. However, Olivetti successfully defended the break point with a strong serve.

The set ultimately went to a tie-break, where Granollers lost his service, allowing Olivetti and Arribagé to clinch the match and secure their fourth joint title. This victory marks their third title of the season, following successes in Auckland in January and Montpellier last week.

Players’ Reactions

“We held up well even though we got shot several times,” Olivetti remarked, acknowledging the pressure exerted by their opponents. He likewise expressed gratitude to the audience for their support, noting the vibrant atmosphere following the singles final. Arribagé highlighted the importance of strong net play in their victory, stating, “We were especially very strong at the net.”

Arribagé also expressed his appreciation for his sponsor, stating, “I want to thank my sponsor, because this is the first time that there is one who believes in me.” Olivetti acknowledged the demanding travel schedule, mentioning the impact on Arribagé’s physical condition, but emphasized their collaborative approach to injury prevention.

Ranking Implications and Future Prospects

This win will elevate Olivetti to 30th in the world rankings on Monday, while Arribagé will achieve a career-high ranking of 33rd. The pair is currently ranked 3rd in the “Race” rankings for 2026, having won 14 matches and lost only two tournaments this season.

Looking ahead, Olivetti and Arribagé will compete in Delray Beach, Florida, where they will face Gonzalez and Pel in the first round. They also plan to participate in Dubai and are aiming to qualify for the Masters 1000 tournaments in Indian Wells and Miami in March. “It is for these tournaments that we play tennis, and it is also there that there are the most points to be taken,” Olivetti stated.