Le  French padel  continues to develop its structure with the emergence of events dedicated to the new generation. In this respect, the  FIP Promises Paris by WME  stands out as an ambitious project, driven in particular by  William Solis , president of the Lésigny club and co-founder of the tournament. Between local development, strategic vision and international ambition, he details the challenges of an event destined to be significant.

 A natural commitment to padel 

Le  paddle  It gradually became a part of Guillaume Solis's journey, initially out of curiosity, before becoming a true life project.

“It’s a sport that immediately appeals because of its side  playful. ,  accessible  et  user-friendly He builds relationships very quickly.”

At the head of  Lésigny club It's not just about offering land, but about building a real  place of life structured around a  community  and a strong identity.

His role  vice-president of the Île-de-France league  It also allows him to have a global vision of the development of padel, by working on the  training   competitions  and support for clubs.

“What motivates me is seeing the players develop and participating in the structuring of a rapidly expanding sport.”

 A clear vision for the development of padel 

For Guillaume Solis, the growth of  padel in France  is still far from having reached its peak.

“The momentum is exceptional, but we are only at the beginning.”

In the Paris region, the proliferation of clubs represents a major opportunity, but also imposes increased demands. The facilities must now offer a genuine  player experience , with services, entertainment and a distinctive identity.

On an international level, the rise of tournaments  FIP  In France, this marks a turning point: Bronze, Silver, Platinum… the territory now hosts structuring events.

“This allows French players to compete against the  high level  without having to move abroad.”

The presence of actors such as  Jean-Thomas Peyrou , involved in the development of an academy and in the organization of major events, illustrates this rise to power.

 The FIP Promises Paris, a structuring project 

Le  FIP Promises Paris by WME  It was born from a shared observation: the absence in France of a true international tournament dedicated to young people.

“The idea was to create an event capable of offering an experience close to the  high level  to the young players.”

Worn by  William Solis ,  Jean-Thomas Peyrou  et  Franck Binisti The project relies on complementary skills, strengthened by the arrival of  WME Sports , a major player in international sport.

“This collaboration has allowed us to take a significant step forward in terms of  credibility ,  notoriety  and  structuring . "

“With the support of recognized figures such as  Daniel Dios  et  Hernán 'Bebé' Auguste The tournament is part of a logic of high standards and ambition.”

The first edition confirmed the potential: high level of play, player engagement and a real dynamic around the  young padel .

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 A demanding event to organize 

Organizing an international tournament of this scale requires precise coordination and a constant capacity for adaptation.

“The difficulty lies in managing numerous parameters simultaneously, with very little margin for error.”

Success is based on a  global alchemy  : quality of organization, player experience, welcome and fluidity.

The role of  volunteers ,  club  and  local authority  is essential to this success, contributing to the territorial anchoring and the reach of the event.

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 A strategic lever for partners 

Le  FIP Promises Paris  attracts young international talent, making it an attractive platform for  partners .

“Padel offers a unique proximity to the public, high-quality visibility and a premium environment.”

Beyond visibility, the event offers a genuine  immersive experience  : village, hospitality, exhibition matches, networking opportunities.

For one week, the partners are at the heart of the event, in contact with the players and an engaged public.

 A strong international dimension 

The presence of players from all over the world changes the dimension of the tournament.

“It raises the bar and enhances attractiveness.”

Le  young padel  today is experiencing a global acceleration, with increasingly professional structures.

For brands, supporting this type of event means supporting the emergence of the  future world elite .

 A clear ambition for the future 

The goal now is to establish the  FIP Promises Paris  as an unmissable event for young padel players worldwide.

“We want to make it a  international reference . "

Future editions will follow a strategy of moving upmarket:

  • development of a  dedicated application ,
  • setting up a  welcome pack ,
  • installation of a  Big screen ,
  • organization of  high-level masterclass .

The experience will also be enriched with highlights such as a  gala match  and moments dedicated to players and partners.

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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