Hyderabad is set to host India’s first-ever FIP Silver Padel Championship, a landmark event in the country’s sporting calendar. The tournament is scheduled to take place from October 12 to 15, 2025, at the Pullela Gopichand Badminton Academy (KPGBA) in Hyderabad, which boasts three world-class MejorSet padel courts known internationally for their quality and design. With a record prize pool of Rs 15,00,000—the highest ever in Indian padel history—the championship will feature top-ranked international players alongside India’s emerging talent in both men’s and women’s categories.
This prestigious event marks a significant milestone for padel in India, signaling the country’s rising prominence on the global padel map. Sneha Abraham Sehgal, President of the Indian Padel Federation, hailed the tournament as a “watershed moment.” She noted that the FIP Silver Hyderabad is not just a competition but the beginning of India’s journey toward becoming a global hub for padel. The championship will showcase thrilling matches between elite foreign players and local stars, accelerating the sport’s growth and popularity in India.
The tournament boasts strong corporate backing with Radha TMT as the title sponsor, reflecting robust support for padel’s development. Matches, including semifinals and finals, will be live-streamed on the International Padel Federation’s official YouTube channel and broadcast on Zoom TV, enabling fans worldwide to witness top-level padel action from Hyderabad.
The FIP Silver Padel Championship in Hyderabad is expected to significantly boost the city’s reputation as a sporting destination and inspire wider participation in this fast-growing racket sport. It represents an exciting opportunity for local enthusiasts to witness world-class padel and for emerging Indian players to compete against some of the sport’s best international talents.
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