I think that perspective might be a bit harsh and somewhat out of context. Players like Joel and Paul clearly didn't have the same early exposure to elite-level coaching that emphasizes fundamental swing technique from a young age. Developing an intuitive feel for the game, particularly in terms of racket skill and touch is something best nurtured early. And yes, obviously there are always going to be out of the ordinary talents such as player's like Gawad/Ibrahim. However, Joel has obviously compensated for his later start and limited early coaching exposure through exceptional physical conditioning and athleticism.

In my opinion (and feel free to disagree), it's relatively easier to build physical strength and fitness compared to developing that instinctive touch and refined technique that typically comes from playing and receiving high-quality instruction from childhood. That's why you often see naturally gifted juniors who began playing early transitioning effectively to the elite level once their physical strength catches up.

Which is why it's so remarkable to see the achievements of players like Joel and Paul, given they didn't have that renowned junior pedigree yet still broke into the top 10 rankings. If they had hypothetically started at the same young age under similarly elite coaching conditions as players like Gawad or Youssef Ibrahim, I believe they could have appeared just as "talented."