The rise of a young padel talent
Miguel Yanguas Diez was born in Malaga. His first steps into the world of padel came at just six years old, following in his father’s footsteps. His dedication and enthusiasm for this sport soon became evident, leading Yanguas to build a career full of success and satisfaction.
The beginnings and steady professional growth
His sporting journey took a decisive turn at just 15 years old, when he began challenging already established players. Starting from 2018, Yanguas became a regular presence on the World Padel Tour (WPT), reaching his first final stage in the Melilla Challenger alongside Alex Arroyo. This important result paved the way for his entry into the most prestigious tournaments just one year later, alongside Ivan Ramirez.
2019 marked a key year for Yanguas: he finished the season in 82nd place in the WPT ranking after reaching the round of 16 twice in the Outeiros de Rei and Paris Challengers, as well as the round of 32 in the Madrid Master and the Menorca Open. These results confirmed the steady growth of the young talent from Malaga, laying the foundations for further success.
National and international successes
Between 2014 and 2019, Miguel Yanguas dominated the Spanish and international championships dedicated to young players. Particularly noteworthy is his hat-trick at the Junior World Championships: in 2015 in Mexico at just 13 years old, then in 2017 in his Malaga, and finally in 2019 in Castellon. This extraordinary success demonstrates the exceptional talent and qualities of young Yanguas.
Ivan Ramirez proved to be one of the most important teammates in Yanguas’s career. Together they achieved their first significant results in 2019 and represented Spain internationally, culminating in victory at the Junior World Championship.
A bright future
Miguel Yanguas is not only a young promise, but an established figure in the global padel scene. With his determination, innate talent, and the support of a close-knit team, he continues to improve and reach increasingly ambitious goals. His journey is full of successes that testify to a rising career, ready to bring many more emotions to padel fans.