Key Takeaways
- Jorge Martínez applauded Fede Chingotto’s dedication as a professional, saying: “Unlike other players who struggle with training and skip a session, he’s never done that to me in all the time I’ve been with him.”
- For the first time since joining forces in March 2024, Ale Galán and Fede Chingotto have gone 3 consecutive tournaments without making a final. They now trail Arturo Coello and Agustín Tapia by 2,900 points.
- From October 25 to 31, the duo will pursue valuable points at the Kuwait Major, returning to the same venue where they captured the FIP World Cup Pairs title.
Chingotto maintains his work rate during challenging run
The partnership formed by Ale Galán and Fede Chingotto in March 2024 is going through its toughest spell so far. After missing the title match in Rotterdam, Düsseldorf, and Milan, the pair have now gone 3 tournaments in a row without reaching a final for the first time. In the Race, they sit 2,900 points behind Arturo Coello and Agustín Tapia.
The M3 Padel Academy team has remained strong despite the recent downturn in results. In an interview with ‘el4set’, coach Jorge Martínez emphasized the daily contribution and positive approach of his Argentine player.
Martínez stressed: “Chingotto always has a smile and a good response; he’s very pleasant to work with.”
According to the Madrid-born coach, the Argentine approaches on-court preparation and tactical changes with unwavering determination.
Martínez observed: “he listens, tries to apply what you suggest, and is open to anything.”
The coach also drew a firm contrast between Chingotto’s professionalism and the routines followed by other players on the circuit.
Discussing Chingotto’s commitment to getting ready for competition, Martínez said: “unlike other players who struggle with training and skip a session, he’s never done that to me in all the time I’ve been with him.”
Kuwait Major presents a vital challenge
A finish at number 1 in the 2026 season is no longer entirely within Galán and Chingotto’s control. Their next major chance to remain in the battle will come at the Kuwait Major.
The Arena Kuwait will host the season’s 3rd Grand Slam tournament from October 25 to 31. Galán and Chingotto return with fond memories of the Kuwaiti venue, having won the International Padel Federation World Cup Pairs title there last year.
Galan and Chingotto: Milan results and ranking
Together in 2026, Galan and Chingotto have compiled a 70-13 win-loss record. Their most recent match, played on the 17th of October, ended in a semifinal defeat to Augsburger (world no.6) and Lebron (world no.5), 6-0 2-6 2-6.
Galan and Chingotto: Milan results and ranking
Galan and Chingotto own a combined 70-13 win-loss record in 2026. On the 17th of October, they played their latest match and lost the semifinal to Augsburger (world no.6) and Lebron (world no.5) by a score of 6-0 2-6 2-6.
