From October 8 to 12, 2025, Marrakech will host a unprecedented international event : a tournament pitting players against each other French and Moroccan, in an exceptional setting. Sponsored by the new brand SCUD, this friendly and committed competition will bring together 80 teams for a confrontation between enthusiasts.

A few months before the tournament, Padel Magazine talked with Laurent Paillusseau, organizer of the event and well-known figure in French sport.

Why did you choose Morocco to host this international tournament?

Laurent Paillusseau : I am above all a tennis enthusiast and I organize international tournaments for over 20 years. I have already organized several major events in Marrakech. It is a city close to France, With a ideal climate for sport, and above all, a warm population and welcoming. Today, the padel attracts a very varied audience, men and women, young and old. It seemed natural to me to offer a competition in a place as inspiring as Marrakech.

What is the objective of this France-Morocco meeting?

LP : It's about a international friendly meeting between two neighboring countries. There will be no point or ranking issue. The idea is to defend the colors of one's country in a spirit of healthy competition and especially friendliness.

Padel travels to Marrakech for a France-Morocco clash

How will the tournament unfold?

LP : The event will start from Tuesday evening, October 7 by official draw, in the presence ofAlexandre Barceló, the referee. This draw will take place in the official hotel, located just a few minutes from the club, where we negotiated low rates for the players and their companions. The organization was built around a wonderful meeting with Amine Jamari, club director Padel Square, with whom I share this passion for padel. The club is located a few minutes from downtown Marrakech. It has 6 tracks and clubhouse offering the best specialties Moroccan culinary.

What is the format of the tournament?

LP : The table is limited to 40 teams per country. To ensure a high level of play, we have blocked registrations for rankings equivalent to a French P1500 the women are obviously welcome, provided they have a level corresponding to a Top 500This ensures we have matches. committed and balanced. Each team will play at least one match per day, according to a classic format: 2 sets of 6 games with super tie-break in the 3rdThe objective is also to give players free time : matches end every day before 18h30, so that everyone can enjoy Marrakech. Of festive evenings will also be offered throughout the stay.

How can players register?

LP : It's very simple. We provide the referee contact, a mail address and phone number to manage registrations. We have already started receiving requests. And if a player does not yet have a partner, we make sure to find them find a compatible person, depending on his level and style of play.

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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