The international circuit A1 Padel, in collaboration with the New York Yankees, will host its first-ever event in the United States at Central Park's Wollman Rink, in Manhattan. This event, called A1 Padel New York Grandmaster and scheduled for October 9 to 15, could accommodate more than 4 spectators.

An American first in the heart of Manhattan

Fabrice Pastor, founder of A1 Padel, expresses his enthusiasm: “Our mission is to promote the padel. The best players will show their level to the American public.”

Ike S.Franco, CEO of Infinity Sports, adds: “Our goal is to bring this exhilarating sport to fans across the country. New Yorkers will be the first to feel the energy, the passion of talented A1 athletes Padel. "

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An international course

Created in 2020 by Pastor, also CEO of Monte Carlo International Sports, A1 Padel (and its predecessor APT Padel Tour) have already organized more than 50 tournaments in countries such as Spain, Monaco, Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, and South Africa. The tour continues in 2023 with stops scheduled in 18 cities, spanning 13 countries and four continents, including its first stops in the United States.

Notable partnerships and support

Yankees president Randy Levine confirms Yankees and A1 collaboration Padel, highlighting the growing popularity of padel. Additionally, in October 2022, Infinity Sports CEO Ike S. Franco partnered with Pastor to grow the sport in the United States.

Bret Pidgeon, general manager of Wollman Rink, also expresses his enthusiasm for this event.

Tournament program and ticketing information

While the exact times are still to be determined, the tournament will include morning and evening sessions from Monday to Thursday and a single session on Friday. The finals will take place over the weekend. Tickets for the tournament will be available on Tixr, official partner of A1 Padel.

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