The La Playa club, nestled in the heart of The Hague in the Netherlands, hosted the European National Team Championships in Padel, which took place from December 2 to 6, 2015. And France obtained gold among the men and silver among the women.

Despite a late summons by the International Federation of Padel (FIP), the event saw the active participation of 9 nations, forming 16 robust teams (each with 6 starting players and 1 substitute).

A notable absence was that of the Spanish teams, in a context of discord between the national and international federations, as well as the unavailability of the best Portuguese male players for similar reasons.

The absence of the usual favorites paved the way for the French team. The men won the title, while the women became the vice-champions of Europe in padel, just behind the Portuguese team.

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This edition of the European Championships Padel not only demonstrated the growth and enthusiasm around this sport but also highlighted the competitive spirit and unity of the national teams. Despite the obstacles and unforeseen events, the nations present offered an exciting spectacle, testifying to the vitality of European padel.

As padel continues to grow in popularity, these championships remain a testament to the sportsmanship and passion that drives players and fans across Europe. France’s victory in 2015 remains etched in the annals of history, a reminder of the sporting excellence and national pride that the sport can engender.

Franck Binisti

Franck Binisti discovered padel at the Club des Pyramides in 2009 in the Paris region. Since then, padel has been part of his life. You often see him touring France to cover major French padel events.

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