Behind the scenes of the Major Tour with Marc Bourgeois, general director of the AFPadel

Padel continues to take shape in Belgium. After a successful first stage in May, the Major Tour of the AFPadel resumes its rights with a second scheduled meeting from August 28 to 31 at Mounier Padel Club , in the Brussels region. The opportunity to take stock with Marc Bourgeois , Director General of the AFPadel, on the challenges of this second part of the season.

Women's padel is gaining momentum

Among the highlights, Marc Bourgeois emphasizes the rise in power of the players. In the category WD500 , the picture is complete and particularly high-level. “We are seeing an unprecedented influx of female participants, ready to fight on the court,” he confides. In a circuit that is still very male-dominated, this female dynamic reflects a positive development.

Behind the scenes of the Major Tour with Marc Bourgeois, general director of the AFPadel

The national team is there

The Major Tour has also become a favorite playground for members of the national team. Two names in particular stand out: Maxime Deloyer et Roxane Lacroix , winners of the previous edition in Ath, who will be present to defend their title. Alongside them, the young Arthur Vanopbroeke , Belgian junior champion, will come to measure himself against the best. "Seeing these generations cross paths and compete is for me a very positive sign of the vitality of our sport," emphasizes Marc Bourgeois.

An experience that goes beyond the simple tournament

The Major Tour has also built an identity around services designed for players. Players Zone , with a physiotherapist and recovery space, is now a strong marker. The organization also emphasizes visibility, with media coverage provided by Lori Janssens et Anne-Charlotte Lebailly , and finals broadcast live from Paris thanks to the control room Padel Magazine, supported by Ludovic De Maeyer .