ShareKUWAIT: Under the esteemed leadership of Bader Nasser Al-Kharafi, Chairman of BNK Holding, Kuwait is set to host its inaugural Premier Padel Kuwait P1 tournament, gathering over 150 top global padel athletes. This landmark event marks Kuwait’s entry into the world stage of Premier Padel tournaments. Taking place from November 9-17, 2024, at The Arena, 360 Mall, and Rafa Nadal Academy, this event will feature a prize pool of €470,000 - underscoring its significance in Kuwait’s sports landscape.
As part of the unified 25-tournament Premier Padel season, Kuwait P1 will spotlight renowned players, including Arturo Coello, Agustin Tapia, Ariana Sanchez and Juan Lebron. Fans attending the tournament will enjoy exclusive experiences in the 360 Mall’s Padel Village, and a live entertainment showcase will amplify the excitement during the finals.
“At BNK Holding, we are dedicated to inspiring youth and fostering a passion for sports in Kuwait. Hosting the Premier Padel Kuwait P1 reflects our commitment to elevating padel and empowering the next generation. We’re excited to bring this global sport to Kuwait, providing our community with the chance to witness world-class competition and immerse themselves in this dynamic event,” said Bader Nasser Al-Kharafi, Chairman of BNK Holding.
The Acting Director of the Kuwait Public Authority for Sport, Bashar Abdullah, praised this historic event and its significant impact on the Kuwaiti sports scene, as “it serves as an inspiration and encouragement for the youth, motivating them to engage in this refined sport. Additionally, it aims to elevate Kuwait’s standing in the sport of padel to a global level.” “We are very excited and proud to be partnering with BNK Holding as a host venue for the first Premier Padel tournament in Kuwait,” said Martijn Belgraver, General Manager of Rafa Nadal Academy Kuwait. “The importance of such a global event is something we are all looking forward to and we cannot wait to receive all the world class padel players at our venue,” he adds.
International Padel Star, Juan Lebron, shared his enthusiasm for the event: “It’s an incredible honor to play in Kuwait’s first Premier Padel tournament. I’m thrilled to experience the passion for padel here and to be part of a historic moment for the sport in Kuwait. BNK Holding’s dedication to bringing world-class padel to new regions is inspiring, and I can’t wait to give fans an unforgettable performance.” As the driving force behind Kuwait P1, BNK Holding aims to connect local and regional audiences with the global padel community, creating a lasting impact for the sport in the region.
