Simone Jardim Reveals the Teen Pickleball Star: Brazilian-American pickleball pro Simone Jardim has predicted 19-year-old Gabriel Tardio will have a breakthrough season in 2025. Tardio, a fast-rising talent from Jupiter, Florida, is teaming up with Ben Johns, which Jardim believes will accelerate his growth in the sport.
Jardim, a former top-ranked player, knows Tardio well and sees immense potential in him. She shared her insights on the Talk Pickle To Me podcast, praising Tardio’s improvement and his partnership with Johns. “He is only getting better,” Jardim said, adding that Johns would guide Tardio to further success.
Gabriel Tardio’s Breakout Season Predicted by Simone Jardim
Tardio, who started playing at age 14, has quickly risen through the ranks. He was introduced to pickleball by his grandfather in Bolivia, where they built courts together. Since moving to the U.S., Tardio has played the sport daily. His excitement for the game is clear: “It’s fast and patient,” he has said.
This year, Tardio is taking his game to the next level, signing an $800,000 contract with United Pickleball and partnering with Johns for the 2025 season. Tardio stands at 6 feet 1 inch and plays right-handed. His skills and discipline are making him one to watch.
The breakthrough season predicted by Jardim could further elevate Tardio’s career, especially as he joins forces with one of the sport’s best players. As the sport continues to grow, Tardio’s performance in 2025 may signal the rise of a new pickleball star.
News In Brief: Simone Jardim Reveals the Teen Pickleball Star
Brazilian-American pickleball pro Simone Jardim has predicted 19-year-old Gabriel Tardio will have a breakout season in 2025. Known for his rapid rise in the sport, Tardio will partner with top player Ben Johns, which Jardim believes will help him reach new heights in his career.
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