Triay and Brea: The Pair to Beat in Women's Padel

Gemma Triay and Delfi Brea enter the 2026 season as the dominant force in women's padel, and their early-season form suggests they have no intention of slowing down.

The Spanish-Argentine pair, who finished 2025 as the clear world number ones, have been virtually untouchable since forming their partnership. Triay's defensive mastery combined with Brea's aggressive net play creates a combination that no other pair has consistently solved.

The biggest shake-up in women's padel comes from the split of Paula Josemaria and Ariana Sanchez, a partnership that had been the main rival to Triay/Brea. Both players are now seeking new partners, creating opportunities for emerging talents to break into the top tier.