Iván Campo, Fernando Llorente, Milinko Pantic, Alfonso Pérez Muñoz, Samu Castillejo, Roberto Soldado, and Fernando Sanz are among the prominent figures set to grace the III World Pádel Soccer tournament, commencing this Monday in Marbella.
The third edition of this prestigious event will kick off at Club Los Granados de Marbella in Puerto Banús. This PROAM tournament brings together former football stars alongside professional paddle tennis players, creating an exciting blend on the courts. The schedule for Monday runs from 4:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., while Tuesday and Wednesday will feature both morning and afternoon sessions, promising an exhilarating competition.
Expectations are high for this edition, given the caliber of participants such as Iván Campo, Fernando Llorente, Milinko Pantic, Alfonso Pérez Muñoz, Samu Castillejo, Roberto Soldado, Fernando Sanz, Jesús Gámez, Vicente Valcarce, Alejandro Alonso, Xabi Prieto, and many more. Their enthusiasm to compete, entertain, and delight fans is palpable.
The tournament’s significance is further highlighted by the opening gala at Grupo Trocadero on Monday and the awards ceremony and closing gala at the Hard Rock Hotel on Wednesday, adding to the excitement surrounding the event.
The driving force behind this remarkable gathering is José Bernal, a professional paddle tennis player who envisioned uniting renowned footballers adept with paddles for a grand championship. As Bernal emphasizes, the competitive spirit among participants is unwavering, ensuring thrilling matches throughout. Past editions have seen the likes of Cristian Panucci and Ronald De Boer grace the courts.
During the April presentation, Bernal underscored the positive impact of the tournament on the city, both economically and in terms of promoting Marbella as a premier sporting and tourist destination. Gratitude was extended to sponsors including Marbella City Council, Hard Rock Hotel Marbella, Renfe, Grupo Trocadero, Simmons, and Cruzcampo for their invaluable support.
Alejandro Alonso, former Monaco player, expressed immense joy and satisfaction among players to converge for three days of paddle tennis passion, accompanied by their families, in the splendid setting of Marbella. The significance of the tournament for Marbella, highlighted by the city council’s first councilor, further underscores its importance both in sporting and tourism spheres, amplifying its media reach and impact.
