After the success of the  FIP Gold Lyon 2024 , the competition is moving upmarket with the arrival of the  FIP Platinum Lyon , expected from  13 to 19 October This 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  October 2025  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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