The end of the 2025 season, as is often the case, reignites discussions surrounding... pair changes in the world of padel. And this year, two names keep coming up: Paula Josemaría et Gemma TriayTwo leaders, two world-class players, two complementary styles… and two players for whom the question of the future could soon arise.

Josemaría / Sánchez: more than five years together… but a cycle that is running out of steam?

The pair Paula Josemaría / Ariana Sanchez have been playing together for over five yearsA record of longevity in modern women's padel. An ultra-productive partnership, but one that clearly experienced a dip in 2025.

Facts :

  • They lost their world throne after a difficult start to the season.
  • They went through several very irregular months.
  • They regained confidence at the end of the year with three consecutive titles.
  • Their momentum was halted at Dubai, with a defeat in the semi-finals.

If the Spanish fail to regain the world number 1 ranking by the end of the season, the possibility of a separation It would no longer be a taboo subject. Paula herself did not close the door in an interview: she will decide "after the season", without confirming or denying a possible breakup.

Triay/Brea: number 1 but less dominant

On the other side, the pair Gemma Triay / Delfi Brea remains world number 1, but the dynamics are no longer the same as at the beginning of the year:

  • Three consecutive tournaments without a title
  • Less physical impact
  • A more fluctuating level of play
  • A final lost in Dubai

Nothing to worry about in the immediate future: barring any major unforeseen event, they will end Volume 1.

A Josemaría / Triay pair: impossible… or just improbable?

On paper, a pair Paula Josemaría / Gemma Triay It makes a huge number of fans dream. The reasons are obvious:

Paula, left-handed ultra-powerful, is today one of the best right-wing playersGemma, a player of left This comprehensive system is a global benchmark. Their combination would theoretically be devastating.

But in reality, this scenario remains very complicatedIf Gemma Triay finishes the season as world number 1 alongside Delfi Brea, there would be very little reason to want to separate.

A Josemaría/González partnership: a much more credible scenario

If there is one hypothesis that makes sense, it is that of a pair Paula Josemaría / Bea González in 2026.

I asked: "Why?"

  • Bea González showed in Dubai and throughout the season that at her best, she can to dominate anyone.
  • Her playing style would perfectly complement Paula's.
  • The two have already affirmed their mutual respect… and it would be difficult for Bea to refuse if Paula called her.
  • Paula hinted that she might consider a change "after the season".

A pair Josemaría / Bea González would be one of the most explosive and consistent on the circuit. And this one really is feasible.

What other combinations could there be?

If this game of dominoes starts, other associations would become plausible:

  • Delfi Brea / Ariana Sánchez
  • Claudia Fernández / Ariana Sánchez
  • Gemma Triay /… ? (according to the movements of the top)

The end of the season could become a real turning point for the women's circuit.

Conclusion: End of cycle in sight?

Nothing is set in stone, nothing is official. But several signs indicate that the women's market could be about to undergo significant changes:

  • Josemaría / Sánchez may be reaching the end of a cycle.
  • Triay / Brea dominates but no longer displays the same intensity.
  • Bea González explodes even higher and becomes a highly sought-after pick.

One thing is certain: the idea of ​​a Josemaría / Triay It's intriguing, but the real path to follow might well be a Josemaría / González.

Benjamin Dupouy

I discovered padel directly during a tournament, and frankly, I didn't really like it at first. But the second time, it was love at first sight, and since then, I haven't missed a single match. I'm even ready to stay up until 3am to watch a final of Premier Padel !

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