Le paddle has just written a new page in its history Newgiza, in Egypt. The Tunisian Dora Chamli became the first African player to win a match in the main draw of a tournament Premier PadelA historic achievement that transcends the sporting realm and symbolizes the growing openness of padel to new horizons.

A journey that started in Barcelona

Associated with the Spanish Teresa NavarroChamli caused the sensation of the day by overturning the “Lucky Losers” Marcella Koek and Victoria Kurz : 6/7(5) 6/3 6/1.
A hard-fought victory, secured with character, meaning qualification for the round of 16 of the Newgiza P2where they will challenge the No. 5 seed, Claudia Jensen and Alejandra Alonso, reigning European champions.

Born in Tunisia, Dora Chamli discovered padel while she was studying at Barcelonawhere the discipline is experiencing a meteoric rise. Very quickly, she became passionate about this sport and decided to make it her life's project.

A victory that transcends sport

Following her success, the Tunisian woman gave a touching testimony:

"It's like a dream come true. When the year started, I thought I might not be ready until next year for Premier PadelBut my ranking has improved, I've had my chance, and winning here means a lot to me.

More than just a result, this victory symbolizes the development of padel in Africa and the Middle EastIn Tunisia, many clubs are opening their doors and sponsors are beginning to take an interest in this rapidly growing sport. We're taking it one step at a time, but every tournament counts. " she confided, her voice filled with emotion.

A strong signal for African padel

With this success, Dora Chamli becomes the a leading figure in a new generation of African female players ready to shake up the global hierarchy.
His career illustrates therapid internationalization padel, now played and followed in countries on every continent.

This triumph in Newgiza is not just an individual victory: it is proof that padel is becoming a truly global sportwhere each continent begins to write its own chapter.

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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