Le Buenos Aires Premier Padel P1 has just established a new world attendance record for a padel match. This Saturday, May 31, 16 156 spectators attended the semi-finals played in the impressive grounds of the  Park Roca, in Argentina. A historic figure for the circuit Premier Padel, and a strong symbol of the popular enthusiasm around this sport in the country.

A record that dethrones Barcelona

Until now, the highest attendance recorded at a professional tournament dates back to WPT Master Final 2023 in Barcelona, ​​with 15 779 spectators gathered at Palau sant jordiThe Argentinian tournament is therefore doing better, and is now establishing itself as the largest attendance ever seen in the history of padel.

The world top 5 before Buenos Aires

  1. Final Master 2023 – Barcelona: 15
  2. Premier Padel Finals 2024 – Barcelona: 14
  3. Madrid Premier P1 2024 – WiZink Center: 14
  4. Mendoza Premier P1 2023 – Aconcagua Arena: 13
  5. La Rioja Open 2023 – Super Domo: 13

The spectacular entry of Buenos Aires into this ranking confirms the Argentina's special place in the world of padelThe country is thrilled by this sport, and the atmosphere seen during these semi-finals only reinforced this image.

A popular demonstration that sends a strong message

This record comes in a context where Premier Padel look for consolidate its international rootsAnd this image from Argentina comes at just the right time. It proves that a well-organized tournament, in a strategic location, with a great poster... can draw crowds.

Benjamin Dupouy

I discovered padel directly during a tournament, and frankly, I didn't really like it at first. But the second time, it was love at first sight, and since then, I haven't missed a single match. I'm even ready to stay up until 3am to watch a final of Premier Padel !

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