BOYCOTT. What prevented the best padel players from attending the Gijon P2 event?

Professional padel players boycott the Gijon P2 event, citing concerns over the International Federation of Padel\'s unilateral decisions and Premier Padel\'s perceived lack of regulation. They argue for professionalization, fairness, and transparency, and for greater participation in decision-making processes.

Professional padel players’ recent boycott of the Gijon P2 event has sparked intense debate in the sport. The Professional Padel Association (PPA), which represents the players, said there were several factors that went into the decision. Among the primary concerns are Premier Padel’s purported lack of regulation and the International Federation of Padel’s (FIP) unilateral acts.

Players have complained about the circuit’s lack of cohesiveness and professionalism. They argue that the current system does not uphold the values of legality, justice, impartiality, and transparency. One of the main issues raised by the gamers is the most recent modification to the scoring system. After the FIP changed the ranking system in the middle of the 2025 season, tournaments in the same category now receive different points according on their dates. This modification has come under fire for creating an unfair market.

Another problem is the lack of participation and engagement in decision-making procedures. Athletes are calling for greater authority over the management and governance of the sport in order to ensure that their concerns are addressed and their voices are heard. The boycott has drawn attention to the growing disputes between padel players and the regulatory bodies, underscoring the need for a more open and equitable competitive environment as the sport strives for Olympic classification.

Since the situation is still unclear, it would be interesting to see how the governing bodies respond to the players’ requests and whether any changes are made to ease their concerns.