Le motorola razr Premier Padel P1 in Miami welcomed a world football personality. Thiago Alcantara, former player of FC Barcelona, ​​Bayern Munich and Liverpool, played 350 games at the highest level, notably winning two Champions Leagues et two Club World Cups. Present in Florida during the third day of the tournament, he shared his passion for padel, a sport he has practiced with passion since the end of his football career.

"It's a sport that combines many exciting, fast-paced and spectacular elements. I have a lot of friends who have lived here for a long time and play for Inter Miami. It's fantastic to be here, to spend a few days relaxing and to watch some very high-level matches. I can't wait."

A passion that has become daily

Far from being a simple spectator, Thiago Alcantara plays padel regularly.

“Yes, absolutely. In Spain, everyone knows how popular padel is. As a professional soccer player, I played a little, but not excessively. Since I stopped playing soccer, I've started playing more often, and it's become a daily passion. It's an extremely fun sport.”

Asked about the development of padel in USA, he shows himself convinced of its growth.

“I think this sport will succeed here, just as soccer did. One of its strengths is that it's accessible to all levels. The climate is also a key factor: the conditions here are ideal. Americans are passionate about sports, eager to learn, and very competitive. Padel is made for them. You'll see, it's going to be a huge success.”

His view on the Champions League

The former Barça midfielder did not escape questions about his beloved club and the latest news in European football.

"Barcelona are clearly among the favorites to win the Ligue des champions. It's obvious.

A possible semi-final clash against Inter Milan, fifteen years after the legendary confrontation between Guardiola and Mourinho?

"It's a possibility, but Inter must first face the Bayern Munich, and it won't be easy. If it happens, I wouldn't call it a real revenge. Too much has changed: the eras, the teams, the players. But it would be a great match, a amazing show to have. "

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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