At the dawn of what will be his last season on the professional circuitAlejandra Salazar confided in Brand in a long interview conducted on the eve of the Hexagon Cup, Magic BoxThe Madrid legend, a true pillar of women's padel worldwide for over fifteen years, begins this final chapter with serenity, clarity… and the same undiminished passion. After a year-end shared with Martina CalvoShe is now preparing to live this final adventure alongside the young Ale Alonso.

A final season approached with serenity

At 40, Alejandra Salazar is heading into her final professional year without nostalgia ni melancholyThe Spaniard prefers to speak of enthusiasm, gratitude, and pleasure. A way very true to the player she has always been.

"I feel great, both physically and mentally. Calm, satisfied with everything I've experienced, and eager to fully enjoy this very special final season."

Far from fearing this final chapter, the Madrid native sees this year as a privilege: the chance to still compete on the world's greatest tracks, feeling competitive and true to herself.

"I don't want sadness. At 40, being able to continue for another year feeling this way is a gift."

The Hexagon Cup, a tournament apart

Even before the official launch of the calendar Premier PadelSalazar opens his year at the Generali Hexagon Cup, a tournament she knows well and which she saw born from the inside. Franchise player of the Hexagon TeamShe will compete alongside Carmen Goenaga.

"When the idea was presented to us three years ago, I thought it was brilliant from the start. A team tournament, different, fun, to kick off the season."

Even though their association had been very brief in the past (only one tournament in Rome), the Spanish champion sees this return as a second chance.

"Life sometimes gives second chances. This week, the idea is simply to enjoy and share the track."

Ale Alonso, the choice of renewal for the final chapter

But the real story of this season will unfold elsewhere. Because outside of the Hexagon Cup, Alejandra Salazar will compete all year with Ale Alonso, a young 19-year-old player, still in the process of being developed.

A thoughtful and almost symbolic choice for a player who has often supported the new generation.

"What attracted me was her youth and the fact that we had never played together. We're starting from scratch, together."

Seduced by his physical potential and mentality, Salazar mentions a relationship already well underway after several weeks of training.

"She has formidable weapons, an incredible physique. We're gradually connecting and I really want to compete with her."

To the point of even finding it somewhat familiar.

"She reminds me a little of Ari Sanchez, in some ways."

Alejandra Salazar chooses Alejandra Alonso to write her final chapter

Martina Calvo, a separation without bitterness

Before Ale Alonso, it was with Martina Calvo that Salazar had completed the end of the 2025 season. A promising partnership, interrupted by the young player's decision to take another direction.

Although the Spanish legend admits to having imagined a common end, it expresses no bitter regret.

"I wish her all the best. Martina is a wonderful person, a truly exceptional human being." 10/10. »

Salazar even admits to having seen in this association a form of transmission, almost a passing of the torch.

"The idea was to finish together, like an inheritance. To pass on to him everything I received from other partners. But padel moves very quickly, and so do the decisions."

A separation accepted with maturity, true to the elegance that has always accompanied his career.

The dream of a title Premier Padelstill alive

Despite increasingly fierce competition, Alejandra Salazar isn't ruling anything out. She dreams of one last title on the circuit. Premier Padel remains present, even if lucidity prevails.

"It gets harder every year. Beating pairs like Paula and Ari is something very few pairs manage."

The final lost in Egypt visit us at the P2 of Newgiza It still leaves a slight taste of incompleteness, more in terms of content than result.

"More than the defeat itself, it's not having shown our best version that left me frustrated."

Newgiza P2 – Sanchez and Josemaría impose their will against Salazar / Calvo to secure a 2nd consecutive title

What kind of memory will padel leave behind?

When it comes to looking beyond competition, Alejandra Salazar doesn't talk about achievements, number ones, or trophies. What she wants to leave behind is something else entirely.

"I would like to be remembered as a joyful, hardworking player who always tried to bounce back from difficult times."

Injuries, comebacks, partner changes, generational shifts… the Madrid native has been through it all. And if she has also contributed to the growth of women's padel along the way, then the circle will be complete.

"If I've been able to contribute something to this sport so that it continues to grow, I'll be very proud."

A final season is therefore beginning for Alejandra Salazar.
One last dance, yes, but certainly not a silent goodbye.

Maceo ZERHAT

Maceo Zerhat discovered padel in 2020 at Domaine De Clairis in Burgundy. He contributed to the club's expansion by bringing his energy and curiosity. Padel Magazinehe transmits his antoushiasme and his " Padel"mania" by skillfully bouncing on all the latest news about your favorite sport!

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