Dubai has a soft corner for Padel and we’ve got proof. The world’s first floating paddle court now has its home in Dubai’s JLT. The cool, new sporting venue has been attracting fitness freaks and how. With the growing love for padel in the city, it seems fitting that World Padel League’s first-ever tournament is set to take place in Dubai. Here are the deets!
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Dubai has been chosen to host the inaugural edition of the World Padel League. Organised with the support of the Dubai Sports Council, and in association with the Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) and Dubai Calendar, the tournament will be held at the Coca-Cola Arena from 8th to 11th June 2023.
Dubbed the ‘Greatest Show on Court’, the World Padel League will see 24 of the biggest names in the sport competing in a unique format that features four teams – The Jaguars, The Panthers, The Tigers, and The Cheetahs.
Participating players include Alejandra Salazar Bengoechea and Gemma Triay, both ranked No. 1 in the world, as well as Ariana Sánchez and Paula Josemaría, both ranked No. 3. Other notable players include Agustín Tapia and Arturo Coello. Also competing are Carlos Daniel Gutiérrez, Beatriz Gonzalez, and Marta Ortega. Over four days, these top players will showcase their skills in intense matches, providing non-stop action and entertainment for fans.
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Apart from thrilling Padel matches, the World Padel League will also feature three spectacular concerts featuring renowned international artists. On 8 June, Emirati singer Shamma Hamdan, a rising star in the world of Khaliji music and the first Emirati woman to make it to the finals of Arabs Got Talent, will take the stage to enthrall music fans. British soul and pop band Simply Red will make their long-awaited return to Dubai after 20 years when he performs at the tournament on 9 June. With ten Top 10 UK Singles Chart hits to their name, Simply Red’s performance is sure to be an unforgettable highlight of the event.
On 11 June, award-winning Bollywood songwriter, composer, and performer Mithoon will take the stage. He will be joined by Indian playback singers Javed Ali, Mohammed Irfan, Asees Kaur, Abhishek Nailwal, Nakash Aziz, and Vishal Mishra for an evening filled with the biggest Bollywood hits of the last decade.
Rajesh Banga, Chairman of the World Padel League, said, “After the success of the World Tennis League and with the incredible growth we see in padel specifically regionally, we are excited to live up to promise for another blockbuster event.”
Saeed Hareb, Secretary-General of the Dubai Sports Council, stated, “The World Padel League will increase the popularity of sport more locally and globally with local and International players showcasing their talent, highlighting tournament rules and standards and cementing the commitment we made to grow and develop the sports by fostering interest in residents and visitors to pursue active sports. We believe the WPL will attract more talent to our shores.”
The World Padel League, which is set to boost Dubai’s status as a global sporting destination, is organised by the same team that was behind the hugely successful World Tennis League held from 19 to 24 December 2022.
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