After the success of the FIP Gold Lyon 2024, the competition is moving upmarket with the arrival of the FIP Platinum Lyon, expected from 13th and the 19th of NovemberThis new, even more prestigious tournament promises a high-level spectacle and confirms the growing enthusiasm for the padel in France.

A rise in power after an intense FIP Gold

The edition 2024 FIP Gold Lyon offered breathtaking finals, like the confrontation between the gentlemen, where it was necessary three sets to see the Spanish Jairo Bautista and Francisco Guerrero triumph over the pair Argentina made of Leo Augsburger and Alex Chozas (6-4, 6-7, 6-4).

At the Women, the duel was more expeditious. Lorena Rufo and Beatriz Caldera dominated the final in two sets, taking the best of the number 1 seeds, Alejandra Alonso and Andrea Ustero. A solid performance which confirmed the rise in power of the Spanish duo, already winners at Valladolid.

A tournament of international scope

Le FIP Platinum Lyon marks a turning point in the structuring of the international circuit in France. By moving to a category Platinum, the event attracts a even more prestigious player board, with FIP points and rewards commensurate with its status.

After taking up residence at Gerland Sports Palace, Lyon is establishing itself as a key destination on the world circuit. This tournament represents a unique opportunity for the French public to see some of the best pairs on the circuit evolve, while confirming the rapid development of the padel in France.

See you in November 2024 for this second edition which promises to raise the level of competition on the Lyon tracks even further.

Franck Binisti

Franck Binisti discovered padel at the Club des Pyramides in 2009 in the Paris region. Since then, padel has been part of his life. You often see him touring France to cover major French padel events.

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