In an interview with the newspaper SPORTS, Claudio Gilardoni looks back at the rise to power of the pair Bea González / Paula Josemaría , already a three-time champion in 2026. Between technical analysis , mental management et ambitions The Argentinian coach sheds light on a project still under construction… but already formidable.
An already impressive momentum
Three tournaments, three titles. Miami , NewGiza et Brussels dedicated the new pair González / Josemaría , now installed as world number 2 , just behind Gemma Triay / Delfi Brea .
For Claudio Gilardoni, this rise to prominence is based above all on continuous progress:
« Every day, they get to know each other better and play better. »
Faced with a number one pair already installed, the technician insists:
« They are very strong and prove it at every tournament. »
Learning… in the heat of competition
Like any new project, the association required a period of adjustment. But in their case, the potential for growth was even greater:
« They needed more time, because they have a lot to offer. »
Their real difference? A rare ability to progress in the heat of the moment:
« They are capable of training in match conditions. With such a packed schedule, it's a huge advantage.
A natural talent complements this adaptability:
« Even after a mistake, they can turn the point around immediately. »
Two profiles, one same game intelligence
Gilardoni usually distinguishes between two types of players: those who play in Auto-Feed and those that require a constant reading of the game .
But with Paula and Bea, the line disappears:
« They are capable of thinking clearly while remaining effective under pressure. »
A valuable combination, which explains their rapid rise in performance despite the adjustments still underway.
The left-handed player's tactical challenge
One of the main challenges remains related to the specific nature of Bea González , left-handed.
« Going from two right-handed women to one right-handed woman and one left-handed woman completely changes the frame of reference. »
In a sport where automatic reflexes are essential:
« Padel is like a game of chess, with very precise patterns. »
This change notably impacts the ballless game and the land covers requiring time to achieve optimal fluidity:
« We're going to make mistakes again, lose matches. It's a normal process. »
“She reminds me of Tapia”
Interrogé sur Bea González Gilardoni does not hesitate to draw a strong parallel with Agustín Tapia:
« She reminds me of what I experienced with Tapia. »
Beyond pure talent, it's his attitude that stands out:
« Her listening skills surprised me. She fully commits to what is proposed to her. »
A rare quality at this level, especially for a player who is already established.
A new balance of power at the top
Victories against Triay / Brea have reshuffled the cards. Without, however, suggesting a complete overhaul:
« They managed to sow doubt in the most solid pair on the circuit. »
But the coach remains clear-headed:
« They are champions who know how to handle pressure. »
The observed fluctuations are more related to the pressure imposed than a real drop in standards.
Objectives that do not change
Despite the titles, the message remains unchanged:
« The objectives remain the same. »
The priority is not just the ranking, but the quality of the project:
« If we lose, we want it to be against a better model than ours. »
With a clear guideline:
« The important thing is to see them happy and performing well with this game. »
In a few weeks, the pair González / Josemaría has established itself as a immediate reference on the women's circuit. But for Claudio Gilardoni, the main thing is elsewhere.
Between tactical settings , room for improvement et very high level pressure The project is still evolving.
The results are already in. The model, however, is still under construction. And that's perhaps what makes it even more dangerous.
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