Mike Yanguas: “Galán never called me”

mike yanguas class 7th in the world, forms a solid pair this season with Coki Nieto, regularly present in semi-finals. In the podcast “20×10” by Onda Cero, the player Motril spoke frankly about his ambitions and his state of mind.

A solid but challenging season

For Yanguas, this 2025 season is marked by the Constance and job :
“This year, we're pretty solid. Being in the semi-finals is tough because the level is spectacular, but we're very compact and we're playing at a good level.”

His goal is clear: to beat the best. For him, the benchmark remains the number 1 pair, Coello and Tapia :
“We train every day with the idea of beating the number 1 pair. That's the ambition. The toughest are Arturo and Agustín, but the idea is to beat them all.”

Defend your partner and their versatility

In padel, criticism is common, and some doubt the ability of Coki Nieto to conclude the points. Yanguas defends his teammate with conviction:
“Coki plays big, but he makes more winning shots than you think. Our game is based on solidity. "

He also highlights their versatility on all types of terrain, including fast tracks:
“We’re also a very complete pair in fast conditions. My smash is good, even though I’m a right-hand player.”

Beware of new pairs

Yanguas keeps a close eye on the new associations of the circuit, in particular those who will be present at the P2 of Asuncion :
“There are two pairs that I really like: Fran Guerrero / Javi Leal et Edu Alonso / Jairo Bautista. These are the ones who will progress the most.”

For him, the level of current padel is so high that it is not rare to come across big players opponents from the last sixteen :
“The sport is evolving so much that if you let up, you can find yourself in trouble in no time. It's hard for the players, but it's good for the sport.”

Understanding Partner Changes

The many pair splits are often criticized, but Yanguas understands them perfectly:
“When you're at the bottom of the rankings and a higher-ranked player calls you, you have to think about yourself. If it's a big opportunity, you can't refuse.”

Mental management at the heart of success

Known for being a gamer temperamental, Yanguas works a lot on his mental:
“The head is what a player needs to improve the most. The more you work on this aspect, the better you'll feel. Having clear ideas makes all the difference.”

Investing in his career is essential for him:
“The top 10 or 15 people live well if they organize themselves intelligently. I invest mainly in what is necessary for my career: physical trainer, nutritionist, physiotherapist, coach. That’s what matters to last.”

Support for Fede Chingotto

Mike also defended Federico Chingotto, recently criticized on social networks:
“Chingotto stands up for himself. He speaks for himself with his results and his way of playing. He's an incredible player and a good person. He deserves his place.”

An intact ambition with Coki

Finally, Yanguas wanted to clarify that despite the rumors, he never received a call fromAlejandro Galán to form a new pair:
“Galán never called me. That’s completely false. I’m focused on my project with Coki. We’re playing very well and we want to aim higher than the semi-finals. To win a big tournament, or even a Major, with him would be amazing.”

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 !