Inaugural Dubai Premier Padel P1 Tournament To Launch In November

The Dubai Premier Padel P1, part of a unified 25-tournament season spanning 18 countries across five continents, will be held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Sports Council. The event will take place at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium and will feature the world's top players.

Organised by Gallop Global, the tournament will see 256 players competing in separate formats for male and female pairs. The total prize pool for both categories is set at 470,000 euros (AED 1.89 million). This marks the first time Dubai will host the Premier Padel P1, following a multi-year hosting agreement between several key organisations.

Sheikh Saeed bin Maktoum bin Juma Al Maktoum, President of the UAE Padel Association (UAEPA), highlighted the importance of support from H.H. Sheikh Mansoor. He stated, "The support of the inaugural Dubai Premier Padel P1 from His Highness Sheikh Mansoor will be a significant motivating factor in organising more events in the country. Since the sport’s formal introduction to the UAE in 2013, the UAE leadership has supported various padel events, as well as other events that followed in subsequent years."

Saeed Mohammed Hareb, Secretary-General of the Dubai Sports Council, noted the rapid development and growth of padel in the UAE. He said, "We have witnessed tremendous development and growth of padel in the UAE in general, and Dubai in particular, in terms of the number of practitioners and courts, as well as the organisation of international tournaments, attracting top-ranked players in the world. This reflects the hard work of the UAE Padel Federation, headed by Sheikh Saeed bin Maktoum bin Juma Al Maktoum, UAEPA President, and showcases the efforts to spread padel culture and the numerous benefits of playing the sport."

The event's significance is further underscored by its inclusion in a global tour that spans multiple continents and countries. This not only highlights Dubai's growing role as a hub for international sports but also showcases its ability to attract top-tier talent from around the world.

The collaboration between UAEPA, Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), Dubai Sports Council (DSC), Premier Padel, and Gallop Global underscores a collective effort to promote padel within Dubai and beyond. This partnership aims to elevate both local interest and international recognition for this rapidly growing sport.

The tournament promises to be a landmark event for padel enthusiasts and sports fans alike. With substantial prize money on offer and participation from elite players globally, it is set to be an exciting addition to Dubai's sporting calendar.

This initiative aligns with broader efforts to enhance sports infrastructure and opportunities within Dubai. By hosting such high-profile events, Dubai continues to cement its reputation as a premier destination for international sports competitions.

The upcoming tournament is expected to draw significant attention from both local audiences and international spectators. It represents another step forward in promoting an active lifestyle through engaging sporting events.

As preparations continue for this major event, anticipation builds among players and fans eager to witness top-level padel action right here in Dubai.

With inputs from WAM