Gabriel "Gabe" Tardio, born in 2005 in Bolivia, is a rising star in the pickleball world. Introduced to the sport at 14 by his grandfather, who built two pickleball courts in their home country, Gabriel quickly developed a passion for the game.Standing at 6'1" and playing right-handed, Gabriel transitioned from being a top-10 under-14 tennis player in Bolivia to a professional pickleball player. He moved to the United States, residing in Jupiter, Florida, where he honed his skills and turned professional in 2022.Gabriel is renowned for his aggressive playstyle, particularly his proficiency with the "Erne" shot, which keeps opponents on their toes. His dedication to the sport and rapid improvement have made him a formidable competitor on the court.In 2024, Gabriel achieved significant milestones, including clinching three gold medals across the PPA Utah Open and PPA Las Vegas Cup. He also secured a men's doubles gold with Federico Staksrud at the PPA Kansas City Open, defeating top-seeded opponents.
At what age did Gabriel Tardio become one of the youngest players on the professional pickleball tour?
At 17 years old, Gabriel Tardio became one of the youngest players on the professional pickleball tour.
At 17 years old, Gabriel Tardio became one of the youngest players on the professional pickleball tour.
Starting at 14, Gabriel's early introduction to pickleball by his grandfather and their joint efforts in building courts in Bolivia laid a strong foundation for his professional career.
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Yes, he has reached the semifinals in events like MLP Newport Beach and MLP San Clemente.
Aggressive play with a focus on the "Erne" shot.
Gabriel uses the Paddletek Tempest Wave Pro in competitions.
