Mind Padel Lyon  will organize the  FIP Promises  Lyon, April 16-19, 2026: one of the few international events dedicated to young people in France. A competition that will bring together young talents  U12, U14, U16 and U18 , girls and boys, and which is a highlight of the calendar of  youth padel .

Organized within a context of accelerated development of the  international padel This  FIP Promises Lyon  This will be only the second tournament of this level played in France. It will offer direct visibility to the new generation destined to join the professional circuits in the coming years.

 A showcase for the world's young elite 

The tournament will bring together players from different nations, with a particularly homogeneous level of play expected. This Lyon stage will allow for a concrete observation of the evolution of the  youth padel both technically and tactically, in structured categories ranging from  U12 to U18 .

The event is also part of a global dynamic driven by the  FIP (International Federation of Padel) , which is multiplying competitions aimed at structuring the training sector on a global scale.

FIP Promises Lyon: a must-attend event for young talents

 Structured reception conditions 

To ensure an optimal environment, the organizers have planned a comprehensive system for the participants:

  • Presence of a  physiotherapist  and  doctor 
  • Free shuttles from  train stations, airport and hotels 
  • Catering provided  noon and night 
  • Dedicated players area
  • Trophies
  • Welcome pack for all players

These elements aim to offer standards close to professional competitions, adapted to the requirements of the  high level padel .

 Tournament Schedule 

  • Thursday, April 16: qualifications (if necessary)
  • Friday 17th and Saturday 18th April: final draws
  • Sunday, April 19: Finals

Registration for this  FIP Promises Lyon  are open, with a  Closing date set for April 1st at noon .

 wild cards  Awards may also be given in all categories. Applications should be sent directly to the organization via the following address:  jerome@espritpadel.com , with a deadline set at  April 10 .

Given the limited number of places and the expected level, interested players will need to position themselves quickly in order to secure their participation.

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.