Dubai Premier Padel P1 Ends with Champions and Record Crowds

The second edition of the Dubai Premier Padel P1 concluded yesterday at the Hamdan Sports Complex, marking an exciting chapter in the international padel calendar. The tournament featured world-class athletes, packed arenas, and set a new standard for sporting events in the UAE, further highlighting Dubai’s ambition to establish itself as a global sports hub.

After a week of competitive and engaging matches, Agustín Tapia and Arturo Coello claimed the men’s title, while Claudia Fernandez and Bia Gonzalez won the women’s title. The finals delivered thrilling, high-intensity play in front of a packed audience at the Hamdan Sports Complex. Bia Gonzalez received the Oysho MVP Award for her exceptional performance, while Agustín Tapia was awarded the DAMAC MVP for his outstanding contribution on the court.

His Highness Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Sports Council, attended the event and presented the trophies to the champions. Sheikh Saeed bin Maktoum Juma Al Maktoum, President of the UAE Padel Association, was also present, celebrating the success of the tournament alongside athletes, officials, and fans.

Held under the patronage of Sheikh Mansoor, the tournament was organised by Gallop Global in collaboration with the Dubai Sports Council, the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), and the UAE Padel Association (UAEPA). The event has grown into a major international sporting fixture, attracting top players from across the Premier Padel circuit.

This year, the Hamdan Sports Complex underwent a major transformation to accommodate the tournament. Its 10-lane Olympic swimming pool was fully converted into a padel arena, providing seating for 8,000 spectators and making it the largest indoor padel venue in the MENA region. The new setup included four professional-grade courts, improving facilities for both fans and media. The transformation demonstrated Dubai’s capability to adapt existing infrastructure to meet the needs of high-level international sport.

Ivan Modia, CEO of Gallop Global and Tournament Director of Dubai Premier Padel P1, said, “The Dubai Premier Padel P1 reached a new level this year. Packed arenas and incredible fan energy showed how Dubai is rapidly establishing itself as a global hub for world-class sporting and entertainment events. The transformation of the Hamdan Sports Complex into the largest indoor padel stadium in the MENA region is proof of what Dubai can achieve when ambition meets innovation. This tournament has set a new benchmark for the sport, and we are proud to play a role in the growth of padel in the UAE and across the world.”

The tournament brought together leading international talent, reflecting padel’s growing global popularity and Dubai’s reputation as a premium destination for sports. Fans enjoyed thrilling matches, exceptional athleticism, and an electrifying atmosphere throughout the week.

Following the success of this year’s event, the Dubai Premier Padel P1 is set to return in 2026. The tournament will continue to serve as a flagship event in the Middle East and a key stop on the Premier Padel global tour, promoting the sport while reinforcing Dubai’s role as a world-class sporting city.