Padel Weekly News Roundup (March 10 – March 16, 2025)

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🏆 Stupaczuk and Lebrón Dominate in Cancún Amidst Ongoing Boycott

Franco Stupaczuk and Juan Lebrón, currently ranked third globally, showcased exceptional form at the Cancún Premier Padel P2 tournament. They secured a decisive victory in their opening match against Gayone and Guevara, with a scoreline of 6-1, 6-0. This tournament has been notably affected by a boycott from many top male players protesting against Premier Padel’s governance. Stupaczuk and Lebrón’s participation has sparked discussions within the padel community, especially considering Stupaczuk’s affiliation with the Rafa Nadal Academy, the event’s venue.

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⚖️ Premier Padel Initiates Legal Actions Amid Player Disputes

The tension between Premier Padel and the Professional Padel Association (PPA) has escalated. Premier Padel announced legal proceedings against the PPA and players involved in the recent boycotts, citing significant financial and reputational damages. They allege breaches of contractual agreements and are pursuing disciplinary actions. In response, the PPA has expressed feelings of harassment and criticized the lack of clear regulations within the circuit, emphasizing concerns over players’ careers.

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🎉 Adidas Padel Tour Returns, Celebrating Amateur Enthusiasts

The Adidas Padel Tour is set to commence its latest edition in Madrid at the Ciudad de la Raqueta from March 28 to 30. Recognized as a premier event for amateur padel players in Spain, last year’s tour featured 33 tournaments across five countries, attracting 8,800 participants and awarding €168,000 in prizes. Adidas continues its commitment to the sport by supporting both professional players and the amateur circuit.

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🎾 Champions League Legends Unite for Charity Padel Match

On March 12, the RivaPadel Sport Club in Rivas-Vaciamadrid hosted a special padel tournament featuring former football stars from Atlético Madrid and Real Madrid. Notable participants included Dani García Lara, Gabriel Heinze, Pablo Ibáñez, and Luis Milla. This event served as a prelude to the UEFA Champions League match between the two clubs and aimed to raise funds for ‘La Sonrisa de M4ría,’ supporting research into Ewing’s sarcoma and other cancers.

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📅 Upcoming Events to Watch

• March 17–23, 2025: Miami Premier Padel P1, USA ​
• March 24–30, 2025: Santiago Premier Padel P1, Chile​
• April 14–19, 2025: Ooredoo Qatar Major Premier Padel, Qatar​

These upcoming tournaments promise thrilling matches as the padel season progresses.

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💬 What Do You Think? Join the Conversation!

That’s a wrap for this week’s padel news! Which story surprised you the most? What are your thoughts on the Premier Padel boycott or Ronaldo’s growing interest in padel?

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