Before the Major of Rome, Momo González confides in Marca and looks back frankly on his eventful start to 2025. Between a new partnership, a painful separation from Álex Ruiz, an up-and-down performance and an undiminished love for the public, the Andalusian tells his story without filter.

An alchemy that takes its time with Jon Sanz

For the past nine tournaments, Momo has shared the track with Jon sanz, “a whirlwind” in his own words. Although they are still struggling to reach a regular milestone, the two men have just reached a semi-final at Buenos Aires, an encouraging performance.

“It took us a while to adapt to each other, which is normal. But the level we're showing is close to what we expected. I'm convinced it will get better and better.”

More than a partner, Sanz also seems to be a welcome source of energy for Momo.

“Jon is a madman, he goes from total joy to depression in 10 seconds! But he pushes me to show my hunger to win, even though I'm more reserved. It helps me.”

The weight of a breakup with Alex Ruiz

Impossible not to mention the end of the story with Alex Ruiz, his long-time partner with whom he had great chemistry and a certain amount of success. Momo holds no grudges, but he regrets the way the separation went down.

“I don't blame him; everyone makes their own choices. But I would have preferred him to tell me frankly: 'I'm leaving with Javi.' I would have taken it badly, but understood. Now, I've learned things little by little..."

A break that cost him dearly in the rankings, making him drop from 6th to 10th pair with Eduardo Alonso, with whom he nevertheless performed well.

“I owe it to the public”

At 27, Momo remains one of the most popular players on the circuit, for his style, his closeness to his fans, and his sincerity. He makes no secret of it: this bond is sacred.

“If I have to stop at 4 a.m. for a photo, I do it. The public has always supported me, so it's only right that I give back.”

Even when he's at his lowest, the Andalusian tries to keep smiling. A posture he considers a duty: “We're professionals, but we're also people. It's not always easy, but I do my best to transmit good energy.”

The padel changes, Momo adapts

Faced with the rapid evolution of padel, where power seems to take over, Momo stays true to her styleHe fully assumes it.

“I'm not going to change my game. I want to continue improving my strengths, like transition. There are still players like Chingotto or Di Nenno who show that padel isn't just about hitting hard.”

Regarding Pair Domination Coello / Tapia et Galan / Chingotto, Momo recognizes the gap.

“Their 60% is our 90%. You play hard, they're comfortable… But we're working to catch up. I go to every tournament with the idea that I can win. One day, it will pass.”

No regrets, only steps

De Chingotto à Sanz, Via Eduardo Alonso, Momo González has experienced several associations in a short period of time. But each time, he has been able to adapt, learn, and bounce back.

“A good player is one who knows how to adjust. With Gaby Reca and my therapist Alejo, we did great mental work. I knew we were going to reach the top 8 with Edu, and we did it.”

And even though he was not selected for the MondialMomo doesn't overdramatize. He moves forward, one tournament at a time, one photo at a time, one well-felt transition at a time.

“The most important thing is to stay true to myself. And as long as I have the fire, I will continue to give it my all.”

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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