The city of Gijón is organizing for the first time the Gijón P2 in February 2025. However, the Boycott of the top 100 male players tarnishes the image of the tournament. A first edition that could compromise the holding of the competition in 2026.

A first edition under tension. Since Monday, February 24, the Gijón P2 started in a climate of controversy. Because of new circuit regulations Premier Padel, Top 100 Male Players decided not to participate in the tournament. On the other hand, the players chose not to boycott the event and are well represented in Spain.

First edition of a P2 in Gijon

Located in the region of Asturias, the coastal city of Gijón hosts a major international tournament for the first time. At the same time, in February 2023, the Ooredoo Qatar Major was organized. Since 2024, it is theSaudi Arabia who welcomes the P1 Riyadh.

In 2024, five spanish cities have already received competitions from the circuit Premier Padel : Seville, Malaga, Madrid, Valladolid et Barcelona. As for tournaments FIP, no competition was held in Gijón and in 2023 2024.

The organization of P2 Gijon therefore represents a real opportunity for the city to attract padel enthusiasts as well as potential tourists.

No pro athletes from Gijon

At the moment, no professional player from Gijón does not appear in the top 20, both in men and women.

Despite the absence of best male players, this international competition could spark interest among local youth in the paddle. Who knows? Maybe some of them will join a club and become the future spanish champions ! Tickets on sale are available from €20.

A Gijón P2 open to all ambitions despite the controversies

Henri Pasquet

Passionate about football and tennis, I have been playing ping-pong for three years. More recently, I discovered padel and what a thrill! Basketball, rugby, golf and rally: more new sports that I follow regularly. Otherwise on the cultural side, since I love giving my opinion, I write reviews of films and video games.

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