FIP Ranking: When Partner Changes Become an Art

In the ruthless world of Padel, changing partners can be synonymous with rebirth… or freefall. The graph published by SPORTS on the evolution of the FIP ranking of some major figures on the circuit between 2023 and April 2025 proves it: behind every decision to change, there are major strategic issues and sometimes brutal consequences.

Lebrón finds his colors with Stupaczuk

Juan Lebrón is the most telling example of this instability. After years at the top with Alejandro Galán, the Andalusian has embarked on a series of new associations: first with Paquito Navarrothen Martin Di Nenno, before stabilizing in 2025 with Franco Stupaczuk. A decision that allowed him to move up into the top 3His duo with Stupaczuk works: repeated finals and a regained level.

Tello bounces back, Paquito stagnates

On the side of Juan Tello, the tests were not always successful. After a stint with Álex Ruiz, then with Fernando Belasteguin, he found a positive dynamic with Tino Libaak, after the Qatar Major he will join forces with Martín Di NennoA return that brings him back into the top 6.

Conversely, Paquito Navarro seems to be in a more troubled phase. After having chained Lebrón, Cardona and Bergamini, he struggles to find stability. His ranking is falling slowly but surely.

Young people on the rise, old people resisting

The graph also highlights the Ruiz's fall and constant progression of Chingotto. The latter, now associated with Alejandro Galán, forms one of the strongest pairs on the circuit. Their consistency and results in 2025 place them as serious contenders for the throne.

As for Stupaczuk, after a slight setback with Yanguas, he seems reinvigorated with Lebrón. The two men settle down again as heavyweights of the circuit.

Conclusion: choosing the right partner is a major art

This graph perfectly sums up a truth in modern padel: stability in the choice of partner has become an essential lever of performanceThe FIP rankings are unforgiving: good choices are rewarded, bad combinations are punished. And with the 2025 season only just beginning, the balance is more fragile than ever.

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 !