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Triay vs Josemaría
For three years, Gemma Triay and Paula Josemaría were the two best players in the world — and they played together. When that partnership ended and they became opponents, it was one of padel's most electric storylines. Two players who knew each other's game better than anyone, now trying to exploit that exact knowledge against each other.
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Gemma Triay
14
64% wins
vs
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Paula Josemaría
8
36% wins
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Key Moments
2021
World Padel Tour Finals
Triay/Josemaría win the title as partners
🇦🇩 Gemma Triay wins
2022
Paris Major
Triay/Sánchez def. Josemaría/Salazar — first meeting as opponents
🇦🇩 Gemma Triay wins
2023
Madrid Open
Josemaría/Salazar def. Triay/Sánchez — the first upset
🇪🇸 Paula Josemaría wins
2024
Buenos Aires Major
Triay/Sánchez def. Josemaría/Salazar in final
🇦🇩 Gemma Triay wins
Padel Wire Analysis
Triay's edge reflects her quality as a partner — Sánchez has arguably been the better supporting player in this era. But Josemaría has never given up ground easily. The rivalry's narrative is richer for the shared history.