While the circuit Premier Padel marks a well-deserved summer break, but international padel doesn't stop. Wednesday 6 August, begins in Mexico on FIP Gold of Potosi, a circuit tournament FIP Tour which will be held until 9 August.
An ideal meeting for certain players looking for rhythm or points and the opportunity to observe some unpublished pairs specially trained for the occasion.

New associations during the truce

With the temporary interruption of the calendar Premier Padel, several professional players have chosen to remain active by aligning with this FIP Gold. This is the case ofEduardo Alonso (15th), which will be associated with Gonzalo Alfonso (33rd), former number 1 of A1 Padel. Another unexpected combination: Alejandro Ruiz (23rd) will team up with the Argentinian Agustin Torre (52e).

Two other curious combinations are also present, Inigo Jofre (29th) et Lucas Campagnolo (35th) and Javier Barahona (26th) et Alvaro Cepero (41st). You will have noticed, two pairs composed of profiles evolving to the right of the track, It is therefore most certainly an opportunity to test yourself at the international level on the left side of the track.

A tournament less competitive than in Europe

Like all stamped tournaments FIP Gold, the level of play expected in Potosí will be very high, with important FIP points at stake. But the field remains small when compared to a tournament of the same category in Europe, Not all Spanish players are making the trip which may seem too expensive compared to the interest of the tournament.

If we know the intensity and the demands of the circuit Premier Padel, the FIP Gold offers a more relaxed atmosphere. Less media pressure, a calmer environment, these tournaments are also a way of reconnect with the field after a complicated period, a separation from a partner or a series of disappointing results.

150 points to win

The interest of this tournament is above all accountant for players, 150 FIP points for the winners. It is a significant reward, especially for players ranked between 20th and 50th in the world, who are aiming for a better position in the main draws Premier Padel.


Teo Vieau

He discovered padel in 2016 in Nantes and quickly became attached to the game, even climbing to 474th place in France. Commentator on Padel Mag TV, he covers the various tournaments on the French circuit as well as international tournaments organized in France!