After a great victory at Germany P2, Fede Chingotto, the world's 3rd-ranked player, has made a name for himself well beyond the slopes. Guest on the podcast Now or Never, the Argentinian from Olavarría took part in an unusual question: how much would it take for him to give up his career as a professional player?

“We all have a price…”

Always smiling and frank in his answers, Chingotto did not dodge the question. "We all have a price. We would have to agree on the figure, but it would be enormous," he explained before dropping an amount that surprised more than one listener: 100 million.

Of course, the statement was tinged with humor, but it illustrates how central padel is to his life. "If I had to stop playing today, I would say 100 million," added the player, whom his teammates describe as a player totally consumed by the sport.

Padel, a limitless passion

Since its recent association with Alejandro Galán, Chingotto continues to progress. The pair has established itself as one of the strongest on the circuit, capable of competing with Coello and Tapia, the world number 1. His intensity, consistency and tactical sense make him a player respected by his peers and admired by fans.

But beyond his sporting achievements, this media outing highlights the symbolic value that Chingotto places on padel. For him, leaving the courts would be unthinkable without an astronomical reward, proof that his commitment to the game goes far beyond mere results.

A realistic vision of the future

With a touch of irony, the Argentinian added that, given the sport's rapid evolution, "in ten years, this figure might not seem so crazy." A reminder that padel is experiencing unprecedented global expansion, attracting sponsors, investors, and renowned players.

For now, there's no risk of Chingotto leaving the 20x10. On the contrary, he seems more determined than ever to continue his quest for titles with Galán, and to confirm his status as the third best player in the world.

Franck Binisti

Franck Binisti discovered padel at the Club des Pyramides in 2009 in the Paris region. Since then, padel has been part of his life. You often see him touring France to cover major French padel events.

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