Although we are in a IFJ Star and Spain, this in no way protects you from finding yourself in complicated playing conditions, with defective structures and damaged carpet. In Gran Canaria, we cannot say that the conditions are optimal for the players.

Gap between the windows, carpets too sanded, rust on the top of the materials…the grounds seem to come from another time. However, dozens of players have been playing on these tracks for several days. However, with the start of the final draw, reality began to emerge, highlighting the conditions in which the players operate.

The problem lies in particular in the fact that this can be dangerous. We can very quickly getting your fingers stuck between the windows or make a bad slip… that’s what happened to Alba Perez, the partner of Carla Toully, during his second round.

Carla Touly Alba Perez FIP Star Gran Canaria

The Spanish player slipped and injured her ankle. At present, we do not yet know whether this is a “simple” sprain or fracture.

Some players have already complained to the FIP, concerning the state of the pitches and the playing conditions. Unfortunately, this still happens too often.

The goal for players to inform the Federation is obviously to improve conditions on the circuit, so that this type of event does not happen again in the future... but also so that the padel continues to become ever more professional.

Gwenaelle Souyri

It was his brother who one day told him to accompany him on a track. padel, since then, Gwenaëlle has never left the court. Except when it comes to going to watch the broadcast of Padel Magazine, World Padel Tour… or Premier Padel…or the French Championships. In short, she is a fan of this sport.

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