UAE to host competition for world’s best padel players in February 2023 – Sports – Others

The World Paddle Tour (WPT), the world’s leading snowboarding tour, Abu Dhabi Sports Council, Abu Dhabi Department of Culture and Tourism and property developer Modon today announced Abu Dhabi as the host city for the inaugural Abu Dhabi Snowboarding Masters Championship .

The event, held at Bab Al Nojoum, Hudayriat Island, 21-26 February 2023, featured 128 of the world’s top padel players at the Modon Abu Dhabi Padel Master.

Modon Abu Dhabi Padel Master 2023 will be organized by the Global MICE Organization Limited (GMOL Events) and organized by the Abu Dhabi Sports Council in partnership with the Abu Dhabi Department of Culture and Tourism, and will be the only Masters category competition hosted by Abu Dhabi for the next five World Padel Tour held in the Middle East in 2009.

The announcement was made at a press conference in the presence of Aref Hamad Al Awani, Secretary General, Abu Dhabi Sports Council; HE Saleh Mohamed Saleh Al Geziry, Director General, Department of Tourism, Abu Dhabi Department of Culture and Tourism; Strategy, Abu Dhabi Department of Culture and Tourism Saeed Ali Obaid Al Fazari, Executive Director; Bill O’Regan, CEO, Modon Properties; and Namir Hourani, Managing Director, GMOL Events. Alex Corretja, Vice President of the World Padel Tour and former professional tennis champion, delivered a virtual keynote address, highlighting the importance of the World Padel Tour coming to Abu Dhabi.

HE Awani said: “We are delighted to announce Abu Dhabi as the host of the World Padel Tour Master Championship and invite everyone to the UAE capital to witness the world’s best players compete on Hudayriat Island, reaffirming Abu Dhabi’s ability to host a first-class event International competition sporting event. Padel continues to gain massive traction in the UAE with dozens of new world-class facilities, increasing grassroots acceptance and interest in the sport.”

HE Al Geziry added: “Padel Tennis has become one of the most popular paddle sports events and enjoys a high reputation in international sporting events. We are delighted to host 128 of the world’s top men and women competing on Hudayriyait Island in Abu Dhabi and we look forward to We look forward to welcoming local and international tourists to the UAE capital to enjoy the game and all that the city has to offer.”

Modon Abu Dhabi Padel Master 2023 will be the first Masters of the 2023 WPT season and one of the few annual Masters in the world. Abu Dhabi joins Barcelona, ​​Buenos Aires, Marbella, Valladolid and Madrid as the latest cities to host the WPT Masters, the most prestigious event on the WPT Tour race.

Corretja said in a virtual address: “We are delighted to host the new Masters Championship in Abu Dhabi, which has positioned itself as a world-class leisure and sports entertainment destination with high-quality facilities and excellent infrastructure. Not only will this be the WPT’s first Masters of the 2023 season, it will also be the only Masters held in the Middle East, building on the prosperity the sport continues to witness in the UAE.”

The Modon Abu Dhabi Padel Master 2023 will be held at Bab Al Nojoum, Abu Dhabi’s glamping site on Hudayriyat Island, the main leisure destination for Modon Properties. Located off the west coast of Abu Dhabi, the island has quickly become one of the emirate’s most exciting sports destinations. It features a range of high-end sports facilities that add fitness-themed fun to the picturesque surroundings while promoting a healthy and active lifestyle.

O’Regan said: “We look forward to presenting Hudayriyat Island to the world with an action-packed global sporting event that will attract fans and families from the UAE and around the globe. Hosting the Modon Abu Dhabi Padel Master reflects our vision that Providing leisure and entertainment attractions throughout the emirate to inspire residents to live a healthier and active lifestyle.”

The Modon Abu Dhabi Padel Master 2023 will be held from 21-26 February, with 128 top male and female players competing in the main draw, while the qualifying round will be held from 18-20 February. The Master Tournament is the WPT’s premier tournament, rewarding the highest-ranked player on the entire tour. The Modon Abu Dhabi Master will award a total prize pool of €450,000, the largest ever awarded by a WPT tournament.

Event sponsors include Abu Dhabi real estate developer Modon Properties, multinational food chain McDonald’s, leading Spanish brewer Estrella Damm, sports equipment company Head and leading Spanish padel equipment supplier Bullpadel, among others.

Hourani said: “Padel is an incredibly exciting sport for spectators, players of all skill levels and the growing community that embraces it, so we are very excited to be able to win the world championship for Abu Dhabi. The most prestigious padel championship. With live entertainment, music, unique food outlets and community events, Modon Abu Dhabi Padel Master 2023 is expected to become the most coveted sport in the UAE, bringing together residents and international visitors in the UAE section one.”

Modon Abu Dhabi Padel Master 2023 will be broadcast live in more than 130 countries. For information and updates on Modon Abu Dhabi Padel Master 2023, visit www.abudhabipadelmaster.com.

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