The XIII South American Games got underway in Santa Fe, Argentina, with the padel event opening in two groups apiece for the men's and women's draws. The top two pairs from each group advance to the knockout stage, with the group stage wrapping up on the second day of play
Argentina and Chile were the standout teams on day one. Argentina's Contreras and Piotto won their opening match in the men's draw without dropping a set, while compatriots Vilchez and Mosca did the same in the women's event. Chile's Salinas Ordenes and Negrete Oliva also swept through their first match. The day set up a headline clash for day two, with Argentina and Chile meeting in the men's draw to decide first place in Group A
