While theUkraine In the midst of endless conflict, a group of young athletes transcends borders to show the world that their country is still standing. 7 at 13 July 2025, the Ukrainian national padel team will play theEuropean Cup à Madrid with determination and hope.

An exceptional sporting adventure

In Madrid, young Ukrainian players have a unique experience training at the prestigious M3 AcademyLed by Jorge Martínez, coach of great champions like Ale Galán et Fede Chingotto. Also supported by the brand LOC de mike yanguas, the team attracts attention as much for its history as for its sporting level.

Sport as a symbol of resistance

Among these players, Marko Bylik embodies this determination. Born in Ukraine and raised in Spain, he proudly joins the Ukrainian national team to defend the colors of his native country. For his part, Alina Yereoshenko transformed his journey from beach palas to padel, illustrating how sporting passion can be born even in the most difficult times.

At the head of this selection, August Exposito He has maintained a strong connection with Ukraine since his time in Kyiv, where he began promoting padel despite the difficulties of the pandemic and war. For him and his players, being in Madrid is already a symbolic victory, which goes beyond sporting results.

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Augusto Expósito and Marko Bylik during the team presentation in Madrid

The surprising development of padel in Ukraine

Padel is experiencing an unexpected boom in Ukraine, despite the difficult circumstances. Although facilities are still limited, the sport is attracting many enthusiasts. “The enthusiasm is incredible, comparable to that of Spain,” says Expósito. Although the road to the top level is still long, the desire to progress is strong.

A message of hope

Through the paddle, these Ukrainian players express a resistance full of hope and vitality. Their presence at Madrid is a clear message to the world: despite the difficulties, they continue to move forward, to dream and to assert their identity. This journey is not a conclusion, but rather the promising beginning of an exceptional sporting and human story.

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