In recent comments to VeinteDiez, Argentinian player Sanyo Gutiérrez praised Martina Calvo, describing her as one of the most striking newcomers in padel. He emphasized not only her technical skills but also her ability to understand the game at a very young age. “We are witnessing a unique case,” he said, noting that her maturity on court sets her apart from other players of her generation.
Maturity beyond her years
What impressed Gutiérrez most was Calvo’s decision-making and tactical awareness. At just 17, she already demonstrates an ability to read the game and anticipate situations that many professionals take years to develop. “It’s extraordinary, it cannot be explained. These are unique cases. She has a maturity beyond what I have seen at that age. If you ask me what impressed me most in padel in 2025, without doubt it was her,” he commented.
The new wave in women’s padel
Calvo’s rise reflects a broader trend in women’s padel, where younger players are increasingly competing at the highest level. The circuit is undergoing a generational shift, with new talents accelerating the pace of competition and reshaping expectations about how quickly players can mature.
Gutiérrez’s perspective on the women’s game
The Argentinian also pointed out the growing appeal of women’s padel compared to the men’s circuit. “If I ask you today to bet on who will finish number one, you get at least three candidates; if I ask in the men’s game, there are no more than two. That’s why I think it has become exciting. There are pairs I really like and they are achieving great results,” he said. He admitted to having a particular admiration for Ari Sánchez, but stressed that Calvo’s emergence is the most remarkable development he has seen recently.
Martina Calvo still has much of her career ahead, but Gutiérrez’s words underline how her talent is already reshaping conversations in the sport. In a circuit that continues to evolve rapidly, she stands out as one of the names to watch closely in the coming years.
Calvo Santamaria and Ortega Gallego in Gijón, ranking, and result
LWWLLLWWWL Calvo Santamaria and Ortega Gallego have achieved a win-loss 3-2 record together in 2026. The last match they played was on the 6th of March lost to Brea Senesi (world no.1) and Triay Pons (world no.1) 6-3 4-6 4-6 in the Quarterfinal.
